What is an Educational Assessment?
Educational assessments are at the core of our process. They are designed to help understand not just where a student is academically, but to define how they approach learning.
Assessments take place either at our offices or at home. They can also be conducted online, and we are also happy to review external reports, references or works to advise on where a student is and what needs to be done. Assessments typically take two hours in total.
Assessments begin with an introductory discussion. Students will be asked questions about subjects, sports, hobbies, ambitions and reading interests. The idea is to learn more about a student, to define what inspires and engages them, and to set them at ease.
Students then work through assessment material. This typically lasts 60 – 90 minutes depending on the subject area and the progress of the student. Our process is formative – the assessor will step in to offer help or advice – and it will not feel like a test to the student.
The assessor will then give verbal feedback to the parent or guardian, and will then follow up with a written assessment report. This will be delivered 42 -72 hours after the assessment, and will provide a summary, details of subject area including grades, and a scheme of work: a list of educational objectives which the student can follow with their tutor.
Entrance Exam Assessments – 11+ & 13+
Every year, we take dozens of entrance exam assessments, typically working with a cohort of 50 – 100 year 5 entrance exam students. We benchmark progress, and set out learning objectives closely tied to the requirements of the exam students will sit – covering all topics for the ISEB, Consortium exam, and other assessments.
Entrance Exam Assessments – 7+ & 8+
We have a large cohort of 7+ and 8+ students, and try to meet students as early as possible to ensure we provide a comprehensive overview and tackle problem areas early. We benchmark progress, and set out learning objectives closely tied to the requirements of the exam students will sit – ensuring that all subjects are covered.
GCSE and A-Level Assessments
We have an increasing demand for GCSE and A-Level services. We make sure each family we meet is given an educational lead, who will keep track of progress and collect feedback and recommendations from tutors.
