1. End of key stage 1 tests 2018

2. We will be looking at: Age related expectations
Tests and scaled scores
Sample tests
KS1 end of year assessments

3. End of year expectations
In September 2014 the National Curriculum raised expectations
The curriculum is now embedded and the children have been working on it since entering year 1

4. End of KS1 expectations in reading

5. End of KS1 expectations in writing

6. End of KS1 expectations in maths

7. End of KS1 expectations in maths

8. Scaled Scores
These are used for reporting National Curriculum test outcomes
Scaled score help test results to be reported consistently and maintain meaning over time
National Standard will be 100
Raw score that equates to 100 might be different each year

9. Reporting scaled scores
Raw score will be translated to a scaled score using a conversion table
Pupils will receive a raw score, scaled score and confirmation of attainment of the national standard based on final teacher assessment

10. KS1 tests
Reading
2 papers – 1 with text and questions combined, 1 with more challenging text with questions in a separate booklet.
Texts will be unrelated
Different text types e.g. fiction, non-fiction, poetry
Greater focus on comprehension
Grammar, punctuation and spelling (optional)
One short answer paper
One spelling test - complete sentences with word missing
Emphasis on technical aspects of grammar
No English writing test – teacher assessment across a number of pieces.

13. Paper 2 – separate question and answer booklet

14. Grammar paper

18. Mathematics 2 papers (arithmetic and mathematical reasoning)
Arithmetic test to assess basic mathematical calculations
Questions will cover:
calculations involving the four operations (using 2 digit numbers)
calculations with fractions

19. Paper 2 – reasoning starts with 5 oral questions read out by the teacher followed by problem solving style questions.

21. How we deliver the tests
Whole class, groups or individuals
Breaks and rests can be incorporated
Delivered between 1st – 25th May

22. When will it take place? Between 1st – 25th May 2018
Revision and practice papers will take place in the weeks prior to SATs
Practice SATs style homework
Easter holiday work
Marked internally
Moderated by in the locality schools

23. Teacher Assessment
In addition to the tests teachers will assess using the Government Assessment Frameworks to assess:
English reading and writing
Mathematics
Science

24. How can you help your child?
Read as much as possible with your child
Practise addition and subtraction problems
Practise times tables and related division facts
Look at sample materials on the government website:

25. Most importantly…
Don’t worry! Let us guide your child through this experience.