What does the SAT exam stand for?

In the UK, the SATs exam stands for Standard Assessment Tests. These are national tests taken by primary school pupils, usually in Year 2 and Year 6, to assess their knowledge and skills in English (reading, grammar, punctuation & spelling) and Maths according to the National Curriculum.

What is the purpose of the SAT exam?

In the UK, the SATs exam (Standard Assessment Tests) assesses pupils in English and Maths at the end of Key Stages to check if they meet the expected national standard and help identify areas for additional support.

When do Year 6 get SATs results, and how are these shared with pupils and parents?

Year 6 SATs results are usually released to schools in early July, and pupils receive their individual results by the end of the summer term.

What is the Year 6 SATs pass mark?

The pass mark for Year 6 SATs is a scaled score of 100 in each subject, which indicates that a pupil has met the expected standard.

What is the highest score in SATs year 6?

The highest possible score in Year 6 SATs is a scaled score of 120 in each subject.

What is a good score on KS2 SATs?

KS2 SATs are reported as scaled scores ranging from 80 to 120. A score of 100 indicates that a pupil has met the expected standard. Scores above 100 (e.g., 110+) are considered above the expected standard, showing a higher level of attainment, while scores below 100 suggest the pupil needs further support to reach the expected level.

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