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Assessment & FEEDBACK
We are committed to providing opportunities to provide feedback and assess the progress of our students against their peers nationally.
The importance of verbal and written feedback for students cannot be overstated.
It plays a crucial role in their learning process, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement.
At Saints Peter and Paul, we are committed to providing students with meaningful feedback through a variety of methods to support their progress and achievement.
“Effective feedback has a powerful influence on learning, especially when it is specific, actionable, and focused on the work rather than the individual.”
University of Oxford’s Centre for Teaching and Learning
Our ASSESSMENT VISION...
is inclusive
•Students are prepared for assessments in both formation time and lessons •Students of all abilities are given the opportunity to demonstrate their learning •A range of assessments, both internal and external, are used to allow students to demonstrate their progress •Assessments are closely linked to curriculum, testing the key knowledge identified •Assessment is regular, both formative and summative, to allow staff to build up complete understanding of student progress and learning •Assessments are scaffolded or tiered where necessary to ensure they are accessible for students •Feedback is provided in a range of ways in response to student needs and to support staff workload
drives excellence
•All students, no matter of ability or circumstance, are exposed to assessment materials that allow them to demonstrate mastery of a subject area •Assessment is challenging and aspirational for students •ASPIRE assessments are cumulative and allow students to demonstrate their learning over time and their mastery of a subject or topic •Assessment tests a range of elements, including knowledge, skills and extended writing •Quality Feedback is in line with school expectations and allows all students to reach their potential through support from staff
provides opportunity
•Students are given an opportunity to demonstrate their progress against their own targets as well their peers in classes, their year group and their peers nationally •Assessment is timely and planned to ensure it takes place at the most opportune time for students to demonstrate knowledge and skills •Assessment provide opportunity for students to act in response to feedback from staff to address misconceptions and improve practise •Students are provided with opportunities to develop their independence through the completion of regular assessment
Feedback at the heart of learning
Assessment for Learning
During units of work, students benefit from ongoing assessment for learning.
This includes activities such as:
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recall starters
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targeted questioning
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and the use of mini-whiteboards to gauge understanding
Feedback is delivered immediately through verbal comments and live marking, allowing students to make real-time improvements.
In their books, this feedback is visible through:
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margin comments
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verbal feedback stamps
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SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar) codes
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and words of praise that highlight their achievements
Teacher-Marked Assessments
At key points within units of work, students complete extended writing tasks or exam-style questions in response to prompts.
These are marked by teachers, ensuring that every student’s book is reviewed regularly.
Feedback includes a comment on:
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what went well (WWW)
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an actionable suggestion for improvement (Even Better If – EBI)
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and identification of any SPaG issues or common misconceptions
This feedback is recorded on a yellow sheet placed in the student’s book, with students responding thoughtfully in green pen to demonstrate their understanding and next steps.
Self and Peer Assessment
During units of work, students engage in self and peer assessment activities.
These typically involve short answer or multiple-choice questions that assess key knowledge outlined in unit plans.
Students mark their own or each other’s work, identifying and correcting errors or misconceptions.
Their responses are recorded using green pen, promoting reflection and reinforcing learning through collaboration and self-awareness.
Reports
Pupil Progress
What is Pupil Progress? Pupil Progress is an online platform and mobile app that provides a detailed overview of how students are performing across their subjects. It helps highlight specific gaps in learning, tracks progress toward GCSE target grades, and offers tailored resources and intervention materials to support improvement. When we’re aiming to make every week count for our students in Year 11, this tool will allow us to work more effectively together to ensure that no learning need goes unnoticed. Why We Are Introducing It Now With the GCSE examination period fast approaching, the ability to quickly identify strengths and areas requiring further support is invaluable. The Pupil Progress App will enable: •Real-time visibility of subject-by-subject progress •Clear identification of gaps in knowledge or skills •Access to personalised support materials Our aim is to make the remaining months as productive as possible, giving every student the best opportunity to succeed. How to Download and Use the App You will soon receive login details directly from school. We have also attached a Pupil Progress Parent Guide for your reference. Once you have these: 1.Download the Pupil Progress App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. 2.Log in using the credentials provided. 3.Navigate the dashboard to view progress summaries, gap-analysis reports, and recommended resources. 4.Use the subject tabs to explore individual GCSE areas in more detail. If you experience any issues accessing the app, please contact Mr Bibby for support via admin through ClassCharts messaging, email admin@saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk or telephone 0151 424 2139. Progress Report Summary | What to Expect A detailed Progress Report Summary will be available to parents via the app this week. This report will include: •Current working grades across all subjects •Target grades •Breakdown of assessed skills and knowledge •Identification of key learning gaps •Suggested next steps and revision guidance We will notify you as soon as the report is published within the app.
Progress reports
Your child will receive two reports each year. These reports will provide a full overview of where your child is currently working as well as providing an overview of the progress they are making.
which types of assessment will my child complete?
Throughout their time at Saints Peter and Paul, student will complete:
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GL Assessments throughout KS3
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ASPIRE assessments
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Mock Exams
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GCSE Exams
Assessment - Key Dates
Year 7
Monday 8th September 2025 - Friday 12th September 2025
Monday 5th January 2026 - Friday 16th January 2026
Tuesday 5th May 2026 - Friday 15th May 2026
Year 8
Monday 5th January 2026 - Friday 16th January 2026
Tuesday 5th May 2026 - Friday 15th May 2026
Year 9
Monday 1st December 2025 - Friday 12th December 2025
Monday 16th March 2026 - Friday 27th March 2026
Monday 18th June 2026 – Friday 22nd June 2026
Year 10
Monday 1st December 2025 - Friday 12th December 2025
Monday 1st June 2026 - Friday 19th June 2026
Year 11 - Mocks
Tuesday 4th November 2025 - Friday 14th November 2025
Monday 16th January 2026 - Friday 6th February 2026
