Assessment
The latest news and analysis on exams in the UK, including key dates, timetables, results and statistics for Sats, GCSEs and A levels
Friday
13th May 2022
Need to know: exams, Schools Bill and the future of MATs
A roundup of ÌÇÐÄVlog’ most popular articles from the past week, including what to expect for 2023 exams, key information from the new Schools Bill and a look at the future of MATs
Could paying students to work harder help boost GCSE grades?
As new research suggests the use of financial rewards could raise the attainment of certain groups of students, Irena Baker speaks to the academic behind the study
Wales to continue additional Covid exam support next year
Next year, England plans to return to ‘pre-pandemic assessment arrangements’ – but that’s not the case in Scotland and Wales
How nudge theory can boost attainment
When teachers at this school realised that the brightest students were making the least progress throughout their school experience, nudge theory was introduced – and it has had great success
GCSE and A-level exams: Ofqual tells us all you need to know
The 2022 exams start next week – but they won’t be the same as before. Everything you need to know is right here
Thursday
12th May 2022
GCSEs 2022: No school likely to exceed 2021 grades, says Ofqual
Exclusive: Ofqual chief regulator Jo Saxton says she hopes 2022 exam results will be higher than in 2019 but advises schools not to try working out Progress 8 yet
GCSEs: Over half of teachers want online exams
Most teachers who responded to an exam board poll said they need more training in the use of digital assessment
Wednesday
11th May 2022
Heads blast ‘ridiculous’ waits for help during Sats
Primary schools ‘deserve better support’ during first key stage 2 Sats in three years, say heads
4 in 5 heads face more demand for extra exam space
Most heads also warn the level of stress and anxiety among exam students is higher than in pre-pandemic years