This guide can support schools in designing a holistic approach to assessment for learning. It may of particular use to school and subject leaders.
Refocusing assessment
Synopsis
The Refocusing Assessment resource provides a framework for developing a coherent, whole school approach to assessment that supports pupil learning. It also focuses on addressing the needs of pupils, how assessment can best support good pedagogy and practice, and supporting effective formative assessment approaches, particularly in Key Stage 3.
Developed jointly by NFER, ASCL, SSAT and the schools they work with, the resource provides a rationale for the need to refocus assessment, and explores some common assessment and inspection myths. It also offers key strategies for effective formative assessment.
Including advice from expert panels in English, mathematics, science, history, geography and modern foreign language to help support, challenge and structure a school’s approach, it can be used across all key stages.