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Administration of KS 2 Tests http: //tinyurl. com/mw 2 dccp Standards & Testing Agency Email assessments@education. gov. uk National curriculum assessments helpline 0300 303 3013 Distribution Helpline 0800 169 4195 Mike HARRIS 01279685974

Aims: To become familiar with section 6 ARA: To ensure test administrators can: • Understand the statutory requirements for the KS 2 test • Plan for the tests • Receive and securely store test materials • Administer the tests To become familiar with aspects of ARA to ensure statutory responsibilities are met.

ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS • ARA explains the statutory requirements and provides information and guidance on KS 2 National Curriculum assessment and reporting arrangements in 2017 • All those responsible for assessment and reporting in KS 2 need to refer to ARA • For advice about a specific pupil’s needs, contact STA using ‘Message us’ in the ‘Access arrangements’ section of NCA tools • For guidance about modified tests, contact the Modified Test Agency on 0300 303 3019 For general enquiries about national curriculum tests including test administration, access arrangements or using NCA tools National curriculum assessments helpline: 0300 303 3013 Email: assessments@education. gov. uk 3

What’s changing? 2016 2017 2 -3 Progress Check EY [EYFS Profile non- statutory] Age 5 / F 2 New early baseline Early Years Profile is statutory (statutory) Phonics Screening Check (Y 1/2) KS 1 Age 7 / Y 2 Key stage 1 English grammar, punctuation Tests GPAS, Rdg x 2 & Ma x 2 Wtg. TA and spelling test is optional. Schools may (TA informed by tests and externally choose to administer the test to inform TA but there is no requirement to do so moderated) S&L and Sc see Section 1 of TAG (Page 4) No Tasks Y 3 Phonics Screening Check? KS 2 Age 11 / Y 6 Tests (R/GPAS/Ma) (Sc sample) TA (inc statutory wtg TA moderation) Code ‘T’ will no longer be used. ‘U’ = (unable to access) on the attendance register provided with the test materials. ‘J’ = (just arrived) on the attendance register provided with the test materials. Inner bags with a green panel to return KS 2 scripts with additional or modified elements 4

Important KS 2 dates Activity Deadline for schools to complete KS 2 pupil registration Friday 17 March Deadline for schools to make applications for KS 2 additional time Monday 24 April Test Materials Arrive 24 – 28 April http: //tinyurl. com /o 86 wfat KS 2 test week 8 to 11 May Deadline for submitting KS 2 notifications of scribes, Friday 19 May transcripts, word processors or other technical or electrical aids, or administering at an alternative location, and applications for special consideration Deadline for schools to submit the KS 2 HDF Friday 19 May Return of KS 2 results Tuesday 4 July

Other access arrangements • • Word processors, other technical or electronic aids* Scribes* Transcripts* Administering a test at an alternative location* Oral and written translations (for mathematics only) Readers Prompters Rest breaks * NCA tools notification required for KS 2 tests

Preparing a test timetable • Schools decide the start times of the tests but tests must be taken on the day they are timetabled • All children taking the tests must take the test at same time unless unavoidable practical difficulties make this impossible • Where a school schedules two sittings, no child should have the opportunity to communicate with any children who have already taken the test. Second sitting must immediately follow first. • Timetables should have been submitted to the LA by 28 April 2017

Preparing for the KS 2 tests • STA encourages schools to hold training sessions for those involved in administering KS 2 tests. Ensure all test administrators understand all procedures in advance of the tests • Consider number of administrators -arrangements should be in place in case a child needs to be removed. STA recommends at least 2 test administrators in each room. Single administrators are more vulnerable to allegations of maladministration Ø Provide space where children can work individually and undisturbed Ø A clock should be visible to help children pace themselves

Preparing for KS 2 tests Ø Ensure there are no displays, notes or textbooks in the room which could give children an unfair advantage Ø Equipment – See TAG Section 8, 9, 10, 11 Ø Check all equipment is available and working black pen or 2 B pencils are recommended as papers are scanned and markers can see them better on screen. No gel or glitter pens. MAY USE highlighter pens if this is part of normal classroom practice.

Monday 8 May Section 8 TAG

KS 2 GPa. S 2017 Tuesday 9 May Section 9 TAG

P 1 & 2 WED 10 May P 3 Thurs 11 May Section 10 TAG Mark Schemes 22. 05. 17

ARA 2017 • Pg 39 S 8. 4 Disapplication and Discounting • Pg 6 S 2. 1 New for 2017 Change to Interim Framework – Physical Disability or Sensory impairment • • Pg 14 S 4. 7 Modified Tests 0300 303 3019 Pg 20 S 5. 4 Compensatory Marks (Hearing -27. 02. 17) Pg 20 S 5. 3 Access Arrangements Guidance Link (deadline 24. 04. 17) Pg 18 S 5. 2 B = Below the standard of the test PKS (pg 32 S 7. 5) or P Levels U = Unable to access the test Pg 6 S 2. 2 J = Just Arrived Pg 19 S 5. 2 14

Headteacher responsibilities • • Consider taking steps to protect staff involved against allegations of maladministration www. gov. uk/government/publications/key-stage-1 -and-2 -maladministrationinvestigation-procedures www. gov. uk/guidance/key-stage-1 -and-2 -school-visits-following-an-allegation -of-maladministration Test papers and children’s completed scripts are securely stored - See Section 5 TAG www. gov. uk/government/publications/key-stage-2 -tests-and-phonicsscreening-check-keep-materials-secure All test administrators well briefed All staff are aware of the test timetable and children have correct equipment - See Section 8 to 11 of TAG Sufficient resource available to administer the tests according to guidance in TAG Section 6. 4 All staff, children and parents understand how tests will be administered Consider inviting a governor or another trusted member of the school community who is not otherwise involved in administering the tests to observe. They must be familiar with the contents of the TAG and other guidance on administering the tests. 15

Changes to the TA Data Submission Dates • KS 1 submission to LA xx June 2017 • KS 2 School TA window opens 22 May 17 Submission to LAs xx June 2017 Deadline for changes to submitted TA data within NCA tools if Ro. L is to be populated • No Changes to be made to TA after these dates without LA permission.

Test Monitoring visits • Unannounced visits to at least 10% of schools before, during and after the test period • Monitoring visitors should observe the complete test administration process: • storing the test packs securely (including KS 1 if applicable) • opening the test packs • administering the test(s) • packing the test scripts • storing the test scripts securely (including KS 1 if applicable) • Full guidance about Monitoring is available. www. gov. uk/guidance/key-stage-2 -tests-and-phonics-screening-check-monitoringvisits#history

On the day of the test… • Collect the unopened test papers from secure storage before each test • Open test papers in test room in front of pupils • If tests are being administered in a number of different rooms consider opening the packs in one room and then taking particular children and their papers to other rooms • Distribute papers in the test room • Read the instructions for the test out loud as detailed in the TAG Know how to contact someone in case of an unforeseen problem

On the day of the test… • If you open an incorrect test pack you must call the national curriculum assessments helpline on 0300 303 3013 for advice on securing the test materials • If you require additional test papers on the day, your headteacher must contact the number above for advice and to request permission to photocopy them. • Papers MUST NOT BE PHOTOCOPIED for those who were not entered. • Consider inviting ‘External’ observer of test administration • Evidence of permission for early opening will be requested during a monitoring visit.

In exceptional circumstances… • Test packs may need to be opened earlier for administrative purposes. They may be opened up to one hour before the test is due to start. Examples given; 1. a written translation is required for a maths test 2. a test paper needs to be adapted to meet individual children’s needs If this is insufficient time, schools must apply for permission for early opening. Information about when modified test materials can be opened is printed on each pack. • Once packs are open, teachers and test administrators must not discuss the contents with anyone or use question specific information to prepare children for the test.

After the Tests schools will receive; • Script images • Raw scores • Scaled scores • Achieved the standard Schools will report to parents; • Scaled scores • Achieved the standard https: //www. gov. uk/government/statistics/nation al-curriculum-assessments-key-stage-2 -2016 revised

After the tests… • Collect the completed test papers and return immediately to Head teacher/senior staff • Insert the relevant access arrangement forms into test scripts. Do not use staples or paperclips • Complete the attendance register and collate scripts in the same order as register. • Recommended that at least two test administrators package completed test scripts and seal for collection, following the instructions in the TAG • Store packaged test scripts in a locked cupboard until collection – remember that completed papers must not be reviewed/annotated/photocopied

ARA - Section 6. 2 (Page 22) https: //registration. livegroup. co. uk/sta

Timetable variations § Tests can be rescheduled for individuals or a whole cohort subject to strict criteria available § Complete the form on Access arrangements section of NCA Tools website at www. education. gov. uk/ncatools Type of timetable variation Authorisation required A change to the statutory test timetable by up to a week (5 school days) after the day specified in the statutory timetable. Schools must complete the appropriate form, and check that their application for a timetable variation has been approved by STA before they can administer the test(s) A change to the statutory test timetable so No authorisation required but schools must that an individual child can take a test on the use NCA tools to notify STA of these scheduled date, but separately from the rest changes to the timetable. of the cohort, between 7 am and 7 pm

Timetable variation scenarios Circumstance Action required A child arrives late but before the rest of the children have completed the test. The child should be given the full time to complete the test. A child arrives after the test has been completed but before the rest of the cohort has left the test room. The child should be kept isolated from the rest of the cohort until the child’s rescheduled test has been administered. A child arrives after the test has been completed and the children have left the test room. The child should be kept isolated from the rest of the cohort until the child’s rescheduled test has been administered. The school is unable to administer a test to the whole cohort in one sitting. The school may administer the test in two or more sittings. No child should have the opportunity to communicate with any child who has already taken the test. A child is absent on the day of the test and returns to school within five school days of the published test date. To ensure the integrity of the test, the school must first confirm that the child has not had any contact with any other child who has already sat the test or had access to the internet Timetable variation required or notification of a timetable variation required?

What are access arrangements? 2017 guidance available at www. gov. uk/guidance/key-stage-2 -tests-how -to-use-access-arrangements Additional arrangements to enable pupils to take part in national curriculum tests • They must never give an unfair advantage • Arrangements based on normal classroom practice • Evidence not required except for monitoring visits • No KS 1 notifications or permission required Failure to administer access arrangements appropriately could result in a maladministration investigation 26

Section 5. 3 of the 2017 KS 2 assessment and reporting arrangements (ARA) provides a summary of who access arrangements are for and how they can be used. Access arrangements might be used to support pupils: v who have difficulty reading www. gov. uk/government/publications/notes-forreaders-in-the-english-grammar-punctuation-andspelling-test-short-answer-questions v v v who have difficulty writing with a hearing impairment with a visual impairment who use sign language who have difficulty concentrating who have processing difficulties Due to the diversity of pupils’ needs this list does not cover everything.

Additional time for KS 2 tests • Pupils with a statement of SEN or EHCP automatically qualify for up to 25% additional time • Pupils that use modified large print or braille versions of the tests automatically qualify for up to 100% additional time • For other pupils, applications required via NCA tools by 24 April • The application form contains 7 questions and an outcome is sent automatically upon receipt • Applications should only be made for pupils working at the standard of the tests • If additional time is not awarded you will be given advice on the use of an alternative access arrangement that may be of more benefit

High Attaining Writing Reading Maths Science GDS Working at greater depth within the expected standard N/A N/A EXS Working at the expected standard Expected Standard WTS Working towards the expected standard HNM Has not met the expected standard PKG Pre-Key Stage Growing development Lower Attaining PKE Pre-Key Stage Early development PKF Pre-Key Stage Foundations (proposed standards in red) Emerging to the expected standard (proposed standards in red) Entry to the expected standard Other Values A Absent D Disapplied L Left F Future P Past

Test Attendance Register Codes Code B: used at pupil reg: pupils who are/will be below the standard of the tests – its helpful for logistical purposes and ensures we don’t send out any materials unnecessarily, especially to special schools Code J: not used at pupil reg as there is still enough time to assess whether pupil is at standard of tests Code U: used where child may be at standard, but is unable to access the tests https: //www. gov. uk/government/ publications/key-stage-2 attendance-register-and-testscript-dispatch

Test administration guidance (TAG) • Important information for headteachers and test administrators about what to do before, during and after the tests. • KS 1 and KS 2 guidance published at www. gov. uk/sta including: • 2017 test administration guidance • 2017 modified test administration guidance • 2017 assessment and reporting arrangements (ARA) • KS 2 attendance register and test script dispatch instructions • Test administration instructions provided with test materials Failure to administer tests according to the guidance could lead to a maladministration investigation

2017 test materials • • • Deliveries of test materials • KS 1: during w/c 27 March • KS 2: during w/c 24 April Headteachers are responsible for keeping test materials secure • KS 1: until the end of May • KS 2: until Friday 19 May Test administration guidance includes advice on keeping materials secure. www. gov. uk/government/publications/key-stage-2 -tests-andphonics-screening-check-keep-materials-secure If you suspect a breach of security you must report the incident immediately to the national curriculum assessments helpline https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/key-stage-1 -and-2 maladministration-investigation-procedures https: //www. gov. uk/guidance/key-stage-1 -and-2 -school-visits-following-anallegation-of-maladministration

Modified tests • Modified versions of the tests are available from STA: • Enlarged print (KS 2 only) • Modified large print • Braille • Contact STA’s modified test agency on 0300 303 3019 to order modified tests if an order hasn’t been placed on NCA tools • The modified test agency also provides advice about which modified materials may be suitable for pupils

Insufficient test materials • Schools should request additional KS 2 test materials from the national curriculum assessments helpline • In exceptional circumstances, schools may photocopy KS 2 materials themselves but must request permission from the national curriculum assessments helpline first https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/key-stage-2 -attendanceregister-and-test-script-dispatch

Special consideration for KS 2 tests • May be awarded if a pupil’s performance has been affected by extremely distressing circumstances at the time of the tests • Pupil must have completed curriculum, be working at standard and take tests • Schools can apply on NCA tools after the pupil has taken a test and by 19 May • Where special consideration granted, the pupil’s scaled score isn’t adjusted, but will be taken into account when calculating the school performance measures • Special consideration not awarded for pupils who are ill and not fit to take the tests at the time

KS 2 pupil results • KS 2 results will be available in ‘Pupil results’ section of NCA tools on Tuesday 4 July • Test scripts marked on screen can be accessed and printed from NCA tools on Tuesday 4 July • Test scripts marked in hard copy (such as modified versions or scripts not scanned) will be sent back to schools by Tuesday 4 July • Raw score to scaled score conversion tables published on GOV. UK/STA on Tuesday 4 July

Help and support • For advice about a specific pupil’s needs, contact STA using ‘Message us’ in the ‘Access arrangements’ section of NCA tools • For guidance about modified tests, contact the Modified Test Agency on 0300 303 3019 For general enquiries about national curriculum tests including test administration, access arrangements or using NCA tools National curriculum assessments helpline: 0300 303 3013 Email: assessments@education. gov. uk

External Moderation of KS 2 Writing • For some schools, teacher assessment judgements in English writing will be subject to external LA moderation • 25% of Cheshire EAST schools will be moderated in 2017 as part of a rolling programme. Schools will be informed by email on 19 May 2017. • “Meet the Moderator briefing for selected schools is May 24 th - key stage 1 in the morning, Key stage 2 in the afternoon at Cranage Hall • Visits will consider work produced across the whole of Year 6 and across a range of text types and writing genres

Moderation Changes • https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/te acher-assessment-moderation-requirements-forkey-stage-1 • KS 1 – 19 May after which you will be notified of an external moderation visit • https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/te acher-assessment-moderation-requirements-forkey-stage-2 • KS 2 – 19 May after which you will be notified of an external moderation visit

Rochford Review • • https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/2017 -pre-key-stage-1 -pupils-working-belowthe-test-standard https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/2017 -pre-key-stage-2 -pupils-working-belowthe-test-standard • The Rochford review of assessment arrangements for pupils working below the standard of national curriculum tests in KS 1 and KS 2 https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/rochfordreview-final-report • These included a set of ‘pre-key stage standards’ designed to be used for teacher assessment of children working above the level of the P scales but who have not completed the full programme of study by the end of Year 2 or Year 6 • P Levels will continue to be used this year 40

Interim Teacher Assessment Frameworks: Pre-Key Stage Standards

October 2016 announcement • • No new tests before the 2018 to 2019 academic year KS 1 English grammar, punctuation and spelling test will remain non-statutory this year No statutory year 7 resits for pupils not reaching the expected standard at KS 2 EYFSP will remain in place for the 2017 to 2018 academic year Improved guidance for the moderation of TA; mandatory training for LA moderators Publication of Rochford Review of assessment for pupils working below the standard of the tests Consultation on primary assessment and its implications for accountability to be published shortly

Consultation on primary assessment • Will cover the key issues, including: • • • The best starting point from which to measure the progress that children make in primary school The role and operation of teacher assessment Rochford review recommendations considered in a parallel consultation • • This will consider how pupils working below the standard of the national curriculum assessments can demonstrate attainment and progress The recommendations included the removal of P scales and the extension of the interim pre-key stage standards to include all pupils engaged in subject-specific learning We want to hear from teachers and everyone with an interest in education.

Panel recruitment If you are interested in being considered for involvement in future expert panels please email: Test. Development. STA@education. gov. uk Please include in the email title: • ‘Expression of interest for future KS 1/KS 2 [subject] expert panels’ Also provide: • email address • telephone number • details of current role • year group you are currently teaching (and/or those you have taught previously) • brief summary of teaching experience and other relevant experience

What is STA responsible for? KS 1 reading test science sampling GCSE grading RAISEonline teacher skills tests investigating test maladministration KS 2 reading test reception baseline assessment marking reviews phonics screening check national curriculum KS 1 GPS test A-level standards KS 2 GPS test PISA, PIRLS, TIMSS accountability system progress 8

Floor and coasting standards in 2016 Floor standard • In 2016, a school was above the floor standard if: • at least 65% of pupils achieve the expected standard in reading, writing and maths or • the school has a sufficient progress scores in -5 in reading, -5 in maths and -7 in writing Coasting • Regulations were approved by Parliament in January. • In 2016 a school was defined as coasting if it was below these levels in all 3 of these years: • 2014 –fewer than 85% of pupils achieve L 4+ and pupils failed to make expected progress, and • 2015 –fewer than 85% of pupils achieve L 4+ and pupils failed to make expected progress, and • 2016 –fewer than 85% of pupils achieve the new higher expected standard and average progress made by pupils is less than -2. 5 in reading, -2. 5 in maths or -3. 5 in writing

Useful links Primary accountability in 2016 technical guidance: https: //www. gov. uk/government/publications/primary-schoolaccountability 15 December revised primary SFR: www. gov. uk/government/statistics/national-curriculumassessments-key-stage-2 -2016 -revised School performance tables website: www. compare-schoolperformance. service. gov. uk/ MAT performance measures: www. gov. uk/government/statistics/multi-academy-trustperformance-measures-2015 -to-2016