Key points to look out for
This policy isn't statutory, so its contents will vary depending on your 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.
A good policy will include the following:
Aims and objectives
Provide clear guidelines on the approach to formative and summative assessment Establish a consistent and coherent approach to recording summative assessment outcomes and reporting to parents/carers Clearly set out how and when assessment