Are KS2 SATs optional?
In preparation for KS2 and KS3 SATs tests, many schools use optional SATs papers to test children in Years 3,4,5,7 and 8 in English (Reading and Writing) and Maths. Although KS3 tests have been scrapped many schools still use these progress tests or end of year exams.
Do KS3 SATs still exist?
Key Stage 3 SATs will be replaced by improved classroom assessment by teachers and frequent reporting to parents in years 7, 8, and 9. So instead The Department for Children Schools and Families (DCSF) will introduce a new School Report Card to provide stronger accountability to parents and local communities.
How old is a Year 5 student?
Key stages
| Child’s age | Year | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 9 | Year 4 | |
| 9 to 10 | Year 5 | |
| 10 to 11 | Year 6 | National tests and teacher assessments in English and maths, and teacher assessments in science |
| 11 to 12 | Year 7 |
What key stage is year4?
Key stages
| Child’s age | Year | Key stage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 to 6 | Year 1 | KS1 |
| 6 to 7 | Year 2 | KS1 |
| 7 to 8 | Year 3 | KS2 |
| 8 to 9 | Year 4 | KS2 |
Can you fail SATs?
The SAT is a pretty high-stakes test – it’s an important part of your college applications, which could mean trouble if you get a low score. The good news is that officially, it’s impossible to fail the SAT – but that doesn’t mean that a low score doesn’t mean bad news.
Will there be Year 2 SATs in 2021?
All KS1 SATs for Year 2 pupils are cancelled in 2021. All KS2 SATs for Year 6 pupils are cancelled in 2021. Primary performance data “will not be published” for the second year in a row, but teacher assessment in English reading, writing and maths at KS1, and other assessments at KS2, will remain.
Will 2022 SATs be Cancelled?
The Sats quite simply are not fit to be used for accountability purposes.” The NAHT motion comes after Sats exams for Year 6 pupils, which are used to compare schools’ performance, were cancelled for a second year in a row this summer. However, the Government intends to run statutory exams in summer 2022.