Wellfield Middle School Key Stage 2 SATs 2015

Background  Children will complete a range of tests in Numeracy and Literacy.  These tests are similar to the optional SATs completed in Years 3,4 and 5.  High schools are interested in the results.  Your child’s Value Added (progress) is calculated from these SATs scores.

Achievement  Most children are expected to achieve Level 4 (approx 90%).  Some children may achieve Level 3. This does not mean they have ‘failed’. For some children Level 3 is a tremendous achievement.  Children are working towards targets based on their achievement at Key Stage 1.  Some children are working at a higher level and may achieve a Level 5 (approx 40%) or a Level 6.

Test week  SATs week begins on Monday 11 th May 2015.

Numeracy Test  The Level 3-5 test has three papers. o Paper A and Paper B. Both papers are 45 minutes long and no calculator is allowed. o Mental Arithmetic 20 questions. 5, 10 or 15 seconds per question.  The Level 6 test has 2 papers. o Paper A is a non calculator paper and Paper B is a calculator paper. Both last for 45 minutes.  We will work closely with pupils to ensure they are familiar with the different formats.

Numeracy Test  Some of the questions require the children to show their processing skills.  Many of the questions require the children to show their skill in using and applying maths in a variety of situations.  The questions can be read to the children so that it is only their mathematical ability that is being tested.

Level 3 2 marks

Level 3 3 marks

2 marks Level 4

2 marks Level 4

Level 5 2 marks

1 mark Level 5

Level 6

2 marks

Supporting your child  Mental Calculations  Times tables and related division facts  Money o Find change from £1, £5 or £10. o How much would 2 of something cost? o How many 10 pences are in £1? o How many are in £2?

Supporting your child  Measures o Distances - How far have we travelled? o In the kitchen reading the scales/division on measuring jugs o Telling the time 12 hour and 24 hour. How long a TV show lasts?  Practical problems  Number puzzles  Apps on iPad etc

Access Arrangements  Provision will be made to enable all children to achieve as highly as possible. o Readers o Extra time o Prompt o Amanuensis (scribe) o ‘Brain breaks’  Applications for these will be made very soon and are based on the children’s prior attainment, needs and current provision.

 As well as the normal end of year report Year 6 children will receive... o Teacher assessment o SAT level o Information showing last years national averages o Information about achievement in this school The Results

Why are SATs so important?  Like any other formal examination process.  Give you information about where your child is (academically). National test.  Gives you a comparison to see how much they have progressed throughout their time at Wellfield First and Middle School.  Informs high schools of academic ability/settings.

How can you help?  Praise and encourage your child, leading up to and during SATs week and when the results come out.  Your child will need to be in school for each test.  Early nights. Encourage your child to go to bed early prior to SATs – including Friday and Saturday.  Make sure they have a good breakfast and water during the test can also help.  Have a quiet place for child to study.

What can you do to prepare your child?  Help your child to revise and practise skills.  Ask what they have been studying. Explaining what they have learnt reinforces their understanding.  Learn and practise times tables (forwards and backwards).  Discuss with your child's teachers - areas to work on at home/specific activities/concerns.  Ensure your child completes their homework.

How to revise  Concentrate on areas of weakness, not what your child can do easily.  Short, frequent bursts of 15 to 20 minutes are more effective than prolonged periods of study.  Use revision guides and/or internet sites. There are several useful links on the school website.

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Thank you for your time this evening.