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SATs Timetable

Monday 12th MayTuesday 13 MayWednesday 14 MayThursday 15 MayReading Test 3-5 1 hourGrammar + Punctuation Test45 mins

Spelling test Approx 20 minsMaths 3-5 paper 145 mins

Mental Mathematics Test 20 minsMaths 3-5 paper 2 45 minutes

Level 6 Reading Test

1 hourLevel 6Grammar + Punctuation Test 20 mins

Writing Test 30 mins

Spelling Test 20 mins (approx)Level 6 paper 1 30 mins

Level 6 paper 2 30 mins

EnglishThe tests in English are:Grammar and Punctuation Test Marks out of 50Spelling Test Marks out of 20Reading Test Marks out of 50Children will have 3 or 4 texts to refer to and stepped in difficultyWriting Teacher Assessment (Submitted later than Sats week unless we are moderated)Writing Teacher Assessment is based on continuous assessment from writing pieces throughout the year. Pieces must include independent writing, with group/paired/guided writing also considered. Writing must be a range of genres and include cross curricular pieces.

MathematicsThe tests in Mathematics are:

Mental Maths Test ~ 20 minsMathematics Paper 1 ~ 45 minsMathematics Paper 2 ~ 45 mins Key change is that calculators are no longer allowed!

What will we be doing in school?BoostersTargeted teachingPractice papers to get the children use to the layout/languageTop tips given to support test strategyDuring SATs week, after school there will be drop-in sessions for children and parents to discuss or any concerns. These will be daily from 3.15 4pm until the end of SATs week.

What happens next You will receive a print out of the results in JulyThe result are not sub-levelled and an explanation of national expectation is included although your child has been set a personalised target to reachTeacher Assessments are also included and I submit my assessment in MayResults are fed to High School but my Teacher Assessments are also included

Breakfast ClubOn the week of SATs I will have a breakfast club.

Children can turn up any time after 8.25am for toast and juice.

We have found in the past that this helps reduce anxiety as the children can talk to their friends and me before the day begins.

How can you help?Ensure your child has a goodnights sleep.Make sure they eat breakfast.Try to keep them calm and remind them that as long as they try their best thats all we askMake sure they arrive at school in plenty of time.Even if your child is ill during that week it is really important to get them to school.If there are any issues please ring as soon as possible in the morning

Thank youIf anyone has any questions, at anytime, then please talk to me or e-mail: missperry@scholargreen.cheshire.sch.uk