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Diary of an NQT: Assessment

The end of his first assessment cycle is looming for our NQT diarist, and with it comes a sharp increase in workload and pressure…

I have reached the end of my first assessment cycle and my classes are working hard to prepare for their end of unit tests.

As I detailed last week, my set 5 geography class has completed their assessments, and I was very pleased with the outcome. My history and English classes are all sitting their tests this week or next.

It is a stressful time for both students and staff as all assessments must be completed by a specific date, which adds to the pressure in the classroom.

The relevant curriculum content has to have been taught prior to the assessments being undertaken; strategic time management is essential to ensure that all tests are completed and marked within the assessment window.

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