Assessment, Recording and Reporting

At West Wycombe, assessment is a continuous process used to track progress, identify gaps, and inform teaching and interventions. In the Early Years Foundation Stage, assessment follows best practice through continuous observation, focused activities, and teacher judgment. Children’s learning is tracked against the Early Learning Goals, with evidence collected through observations, annotated work, and photographs. This informs planning and ensures early identification of strengths, interests, and areas requiring support.

From Year 1 upwards, pupils complete PiXL assessments in Reading, Maths, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, and Writing four times a year. These assessments, alongside past SATs papers where appropriate, provide detailed insight into attainment, progress, and areas for development.

Data is recorded on the PiXL platform, allowing robust analysis at individual, class, and group level. This ensures targeted support and interventions are planned effectively.

Our Raising Standards Leader reviews assessment data, identifies trends, and supports teachers in planning interventions to close gaps and accelerate progress across the school.

Assessment Cycle

• Daily and Weekly Formative Assessment: Questioning, observation, marking, and pupil discussions inform immediate planning and next steps.

• Half-Termly Progress Reviews: Teachers analyse PiXL and internal data to identify gaps and adjust planning and interventions.

• Half-Termly Pupil Progress Meetings: The SLT and RSL meet with class teachers to review attainment and progress, ensuring targeted support for pupils requiring intervention or extension.

• Assessment Weeks: Conducted regularly throughout the year to provide consistent summative data. Writing data is included in PiXL assessments to enable accurate tracking of progress.

Foundation Subjects

At the end of each unit, pupils complete assessments in the foundation subjects using Microsoft Forms. This approach allows teachers to identify and address misconceptions promptly. Knowledge is then rechecked in subsequent lessons to ensure retention, supporting long-term understanding and application.