1. Gosforth East Middle
Key Stage 2 SATs 2017

2. Background
Children will complete a range of tests in English and Mathematics.

3. Mathematics Test The following papers are included:
Paper 1: Arithmetic
Paper 2: Reasoning
Paper 3: Reasoning
Children are practising regularly to ensure they are familiar with the test papers and format of questions.

4. Paper 1: arithmetic 36 questions in 30 minutes 40 marks available
In this test, all questions are worth 1 mark each except…
Long division and long multiplication questions, which are worth 2 marks each.
Pupils will be awarded 2 marks for a correct answer but they may get 1 mark for showing a formal method.

5. Arithmetic Paper 1 mark 1,034 + 586 = 234,897 - 45,996 = 2.5 + 0.05 =
123 × 2 =
48 ÷ 6 =
7,505 ÷ 5 =
20% of 1,500 =
1.28 × 100 =
Basic calculation (decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) with whole numbers and decimals.
Place value calculations multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000.
This paper will also include questions on percentages and fractions.
1 mark

6. Arithmetic paper 2 marks Methods – formal
Calculation policy is on website if you want further information
2 marks

7. Paper 2 & 3: Reasoning 20 questions in 40 minutes 35 marks available
Some questions have a method box
For these questions children may
get a mark for showing their method.
Reasoning - word problems require deeper level of knowledge – here are some examples.

8. Reasoning paper 2 marks What do you need to know? Tables fact 4 x 7
Subtraction.
Award TWO marks for the correct answer of 122
Up to 2m If the answer is incorrect, award ONE mark for evidence of an appropriate method, e.g. • 4 × 7 = − 28
2 marks

9. Reasoning paper 1 mark Knowledge – how many minutes in an hour,
be able to count in multiples of 6, then adjust to 60,
subtraction
Answer 7 hours and 24 minutes
1 mark

10. Reasoning paper 1 mark Basic formula Cost = cakes x 20 +15 Calculation

11. Reasoning paper 2 marks Knowledge how many gram in kilogram
32.94 x 500
TWO marks for the correct answer of £16470
If the answer is incorrect, award ONE mark for evidence of an appropriate method, e.g.
£32.94 × 1000 = £32940
£32940 ÷ 2 OR
£32.94 × 500 = £3294 × 5
2 marks

12. Reasoning paper
Award TWO marks for three numbers correctly placed. Notice the vocabulary product.
Here work backwards from 22.5 divide by 5 to find 4.5
4.5 divide by 2 to find 2.25
Finally 5 divide by 2 to find 2.5
22.5
If the answer is incorrect award ONE mark for two numbers correctly placed.
2 marks

13. Reasoning paper 2 marks Knowledge Table facts Multiplication method
Award TWO marks for both digits correct, as shown:
4 1 ×
2 6
2 4 6
8 2 0
If the answer is incorrect, award ONE mark for one digit correct
2 marks

14. Little and often – don’t be tempted to overload.
TOP TIPS
Times tables and related division facts
Practical maths
Finding change whilst shopping. How much would two of something cost?
Distances - how far have we travelled?
Telling the time 12 hour and 24 hour. How long does a TV show last?
In the kitchen reading the scales/divisions on measuring jugs.
Use the links on our website, play number games and use Apps on iPads etc.
Little and often – don’t be tempted to overload.

15. English Test The following papers are included: Reading
Grammar, punctuation and spelling
Paper 1: Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary
Paper 2: Spelling (20 words)
Children are practising regularly to ensure they are familiar with the test papers and format of questions.

16. Writing
Writing is assessed by the English teachers. Individual pieces of work are not assessed, instead teachers will look at the most recent pieces of writing to make a judgement. Pupils complete at least three pieces of writing in their assessment book each half term.

17. Not yet working at the expected standard

18. Not yet working at the expected standard

20. Reading
Reading booklet and separate answer booklet (texts and questions in order of difficulty)
50 marks
words
60 minutes (including reading time)

21. Reading Fiction, non-fiction and poetry 50 marks
36 questions on sample
words
60 minutes (including reading time)

22. Reading Question types Multiple choice Ordering Matching Labelling
Find and copy
Open-ended response questions, which require pupils to explain fully.
Unfamiliar question types
Predict what might happen from detailed stated and implied.
Explaining and understanding the vocabulary in context.
Making comparisons within texts.

23. Reading
1 mark

24. Reading
1 mark

25. Reading
1 mark

26. Reading
3 marks

27. Reading
2 marks

28. TOP Tips
Practise skimming and scanning techniques under timed conditions.
Use the text to answer the questions.
Explain answers using evidence from the text.

29. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
Paper 1: Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary
Paper 2: Spelling (20 words)
Paper 1: 50 marks 45 minutes
Paper 2: 20 marks 15 minutes (approximately)

30. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
1 mark

31. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
1 mark

32. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
1 mark

33. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
1 mark

34. Grammar, punctuation & Spelling (GPS)
1 mark

35. TOP Tips
Words can mean different things depending on the context, e.g. ‘orange’ can be a noun ‘Katy ate an orange.’ or an adjective ‘…the orange roses’.
Accuracy is very important: capital letters must be really clear and should not be used in the middle of words. Incorrect use of capital letters will be marked as incorrect.
Use the correct terminology.

36. 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.

37. Thank you for your time
this evening.