Assessment at Castle School

At Castle School, assessment encompasses the wide range of practices through which we understand the unique abilities, progress, and achievements of our pupils. It gives insight into their developing knowledge, skills, and understanding, and enables us to guide learners, inform parents, carers, and staff about targets and progress. At its core, assessment drives effective planning, responsive teaching, and personalised learning, and enables us to celebrate each child’s unique achievements.

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• The Five Core Functions of Assessment

  • Assessment supports high-quality learning and teaching through

• Supporting Pupil Progress

  • Helping pupils understand where they are in their learning, what their next steps are, and how to reach or exceed their goals.

• Informing Teaching Practice

  • Enabling staff to tailor planning and instruction to meet the individual needs of each learner.

• Sharing Progress Transparently

  • Providing accurate, meaningful information about achievement to pupils, families, staff, and future educators or transition providers.

• Celebrating Success

  • Recognising and affirming achievements to build self-esteem, motivation, and wellbeing.

• Identifying and Overcoming Barriers

  • Highlighting areas of need and informing about targeted interventions and strategies to remove obstacles to learning.

Assessment Principles

All assessment is adapted and differentiated based on pupil needs and learning pathways. Our approaches are flexible and inclusive, ensuring every child’s progress is valued and captured. More detailed information for each pathway and subject area can be found using the tabs at the side of the page.

See here for national information on comparative school performance.