How to review your assessment policy

Key points to look out for 

Schools have been free to develop their own approaches to assessment since the National Curriculum levels were removed in 2014.

This policy isn't statutory, so its contents will vary depending on your school's approach and context. We've suggested what might be included in an assessment policy, based on:

• The recommendations in the final report of the Commission on Assessment without Levels
• Statutory reporting requirements set out in the Education (Pupil Information) (England) Regulations 2005

This article is not meant as a guide for writing a policy, since that’s your senior leaders’ job, and you don't need to cross-check your school's policy with the above guidance or legislation. Instead, use this article to give you a sense of what to look for when reviewing your policy.

Aims and objectives

Provide clear guidelines on the approach to formative and summative assessment Establish a consistent and coherent approach to recording summative