What are SATS?
SATS (Standard Assessment Tests) tests are given at the end of Year 2, Year 6
(and later on in Year 9). They are used to show your child's progress compared
with other children born in the same year and month. For any age group a given
numerical value has the same meaning in terms of standing relative to the group.
For example, an eight year old and a nine year old, each of whom has a standard
age score of 105, have performed equally well in relation to the average for
their respective age groups.
Key Stage 1:
KS1 SATs take place in Year 2 (at the end of infants). Each child is teacher
assessed in Reading, Writing (including Spelling and Handwriting) and Maths
(including Number, Shape, Space and Measurement). These national tests
consisting of short pieces of work in English and Maths to judge what level
of ability your child is considered to be will be administered by your child's
class teacher.
Key Stage 2:
SATs at KS2 are far more formal than Key Stage 1, hence they seem much more
stressful! The tests which are taken in Year 6 cover the three core subjects,
English, Maths and Science. Very bright children may be assessed by teachers to
see if they can reach higher levels. The papers are marked by an independent
authority with results being available before your child leaves primary school
in July.
The givernment is currently reviewing how Science is assessed so there are no
SATS examinations in this subject at present. |
| SATS results, together with the teacher's assessment are used to stream your
child at secondary school so it is imperative that you focus on them. |