Assessment & Testing

GCSE Awards 2004

Assessment and testing are an integral part of the whole learning process at Wakefield City High School. Their purpose is to inform pupils, teachers, parents and other interested parties about an individual pupil's progress. The assessment policy of the school is concerned to enhance pupils' learning by involving them in the process. This approach is also intended to:-

• provide feedback to pupils, encourage them to extend their learning and set targets for future work
• encourage pupils to recognise their strengths and weaknesses
• help develop self-esteem and motivation
• provide information to teachers on the effectiveness of the curriculum offered.

Written statements of attainment, including test results, are sent to parents at regular intervals and parents are invited to discuss work and progress with subject teachers.