SATs

At the end of Key Stage 2, year 6 students in England are required to undertake a one hour reading test. The purpose of this assessment is to provide an opportunity for children to fully demonstrate their reading proficiency prior to them leaving primary school. Can a one hour test truly and fairly reflect a child's reading abilities? Many would agree that this is debatable.  Whether or not you have reservations about SATs, they are the system that is in place at the moment. The marks that pupils get in these tests can affect their future, so they do matter. If you are a teacher who is wanting to ensure your pupils do as well as they can in the KS2 Year 6 reading test, the tips outlined in this article will help.