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Understanding KS1 SATs: Tests Overview, Preparation Tips & Results

Learn about the Key Stage 1 SATs, including tests in Reading, GPS, and Maths, test formats, preparation strategies, and how to support your child. Explore sample questions and practice with CGP study books to boost your child's confidence. Encourage a positive attitude, ensure good attendance, assist with homework, and focus on key skills like reading, spelling, and arithmetic. Communicate with your child about school learning and ensure they have adequate rest and nutrition. Prepare your child for success with these helpful tips and insights.

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Understanding KS1 SATs: Tests Overview, Preparation Tips & Results

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  1. KS1 SATs

  2. Outline • What are SATs? • An outline of the tests • Looking at the tests more closely • The results • What can you do to help?

  3. What are SATs? • SATs are Statutory Assessment Tests which children must complete in Year 2 and Year 6. • The children will complete tests for Reading, GPSand Mathematics. • In KS1 the test supports the teacher assessments. • The SATs this year will commence on Monday 27th May 2018.

  4. Tests

  5. Timetable • Monday 27th May – (Whole class) 9am – Spelling. • Monday 27th May – (Small groups) 9.30am – Grammar. • Tuesday 28th May – (Small groups) 9am – Reading. • Wednesday 29th May – (Small groups) 9am – Reading. • Thursday 30th May – (Small groups) 9am – Maths Arithmetic and starting paper 1. • Friday 31th May – (Small groups) 9am – Maths – paper 1 and paper 2.

  6. Reading Test • In paper 1 the questions are under each short section of text, whilst in paper 2 the text is in a separate booklet to the questions. • The texts will cover a range of poetry, fiction and non-fiction. • Questions are designed to assess the comprehension and understanding of a child’s reading. • Some questions are multiple choice or selected response, others require short answers and some require an extended response or explanation. • The children must read these independently.

  7. Paper 1

  8. Paper 2

  9. Reading Test Questions Inference Word Meanings

  10. GPS Tests • GPS stands for Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling. • Paper 1 is a spelling test. It consists of 20 words the children need to spell, read by the teacher, in the context of a sentence.

  11. GPS Tests Paper 2 is a grammar and punctuation test. It consists of a range of question styles.

  12. Maths Tests • Children will sit two tests: Paper 1 and Paper 2: • Paper 1 is for arithmetic, lasting 25 minutes and worth 25 marks. It covers calculation methods for all operations. No resources can be used, e.g. no number square, number line, etc. • Paper 2 covers problem solving, reasoning and mathematical fluency, lasts for 35 minutes and is worth 35 marks. The only resource the children can use is a 30cm ruler. • Pupils will still require calculation skills and questions will be varied including multiple choice, matching, true/false, completing a chart or table or drawing a shape. Some questions will also require children to show or explain their working out.

  13. Maths Paper 1: Arithmetic

  14. Maths Paper 2: Reasoning

  15. The Results • Results are reported to the LA. • An overall result will be made available with yearly reports.

  16. What can you do to help? Look at the sample tests with your child. Practise similar style questions. Note any areas your child finds difficult and focus on these.

  17. CGP booklets For further practise, you can buy the CGP study books to work through with your child.

  18. What else can you do to help? • First and foremost, support and reassure your child that there is nothing to worry about and that they should always just try their best. Praise and encourage! • Ensure your child has the best possible attendance at school. • Support your child with any homework tasks. • Reading, spelling and arithmetic (e.g. times tables) are always good to practise. • Talk to your child about what they have learnt at school and what book(s) they are reading (the character, the plot, their opinion). • Make sure your child has a good sleep and healthy breakfast every morning!

  19. Thank you for your time

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