Results for SATs 2016 have been published.
2016’s SATs results have now been published, ending a nervous few months for parents, teachers and children. The reformed assessments had attracted controversy because many feared that they had been set at a level of difficulty that was just too high for many children.
The results show:-
- 53% of pupils met the new expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics
- 66% of pupils met the new expected standard in reading
- 70% of pupils met the new expected standard in mathematics
- 72% of pupils met the new expected standard in grammar, punctuation and spelling
- 74% of pupils met the new expected standard in writing
As well as changes in the method, form and content of SATs, the government have, in 2016, altered the reporting of SATs results. Prior to 2016, children were expected to reach a level 4 by the end of Key Stage 2 (Year 6). From SATs 2016 onwards, each child is to be given a scaled score. A score of 100 is now the ‘expected standard’ and the average scores achieved in 2016’s SATs are as follows:-
- the average scaled score in reading is 103
- the average scaled score in mathematics is 103
- the average scaled score in grammar, punctuation and spelling is 104
Pupil progress is not indicated in these statistics (this takes longer to calculate and will be published in the autumn). Many parents are confused by the new way of reporting pupil attainment. If you are unsure about your child’s level of attainment in SATs 2016, approach their teacher who will undoubtedly be able to provide assistance. Better Tuition will also be publishing a handy guide to understanding your child’s scores and the new style of reporting pupil progress.
If you need help to prepare your child for SATs, do get in touch with Better Tuition. Call 0161 748 3912 and talk to Paul or Christine or book a free assessment at our tuition centre in Urmston. We are qualified teachers, here to help your child succeed in school – and we have been helping children do just that for many years.
