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As part of the integration process between our Boys' and
Girls' schools we reviewed our assessment and reporting
procedures. The existing procedures varied widely from one
part of the school to another. We have adopted a model that
builds on existing best practice. The system is hosted on
our customised academic management package. In place of
effort and attainment grades, we have adopted a system in
which teachers grade Punctuality with work, Quality of work,
and Attitude and motivation (PQA), which is then graded
on a numerical 1-5 basis. For GCSE and AS/A2 exam years
a target grade is also shown. These are established using
Yellis/Alis as a baseline, adjusted (usually upwards) after
teacher- pupil discussion. Teaching staff then indicate
whether current performance matches the standard required
for that grade. Targets can be adjusted if appropriate.
The process operates on a half term basis. Summary sheets
are sent to parents, whilst in school pastoral staff discuss
progress and targets with pupils individually.
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The scheme was introduced this year and is proving eminently
workable. The new system provides greater precision in reporting
different aspects of a pupil's performance. Elements of
subjectivity inevitably remain, but it appears to be delivering
greater consistency than previously. The scheme should be
informative, meaningful and useful to parents, pupils and
teaching staff in monitoring progress and reporting performance
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