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Assessment without levels

The approach in England since 2014, when national curriculum levels were removed and schools were left to design their own in-school assessment systems.

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Assessment

Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.

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National curriculum levels England
The old system of levels (Level 1 to Level 8 plus exceptional performance) used to describe attainment in England until they were removed in 2014. Still mentioned in older resources.
Formative assessment All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
Assessment during learning, used to find out what pupils understand and adapt teaching; also called assessment for learning.

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