Assessment and reporting

Assessment at Muirfield

The central purpose of assessment is to provide information on student achievement and progress and set direction for ongoing teaching and learning. At Muirfield, teachers use a variety of appropriate assessments for judging student achievement. Assessment can be incorporated into usual classroom activities. For example, teachers can assess achievement informally as students complete work. Assessment of student learning will be undertaken for all learners, including students whose learning is impacted by disability. Adjustments to assessment tasks may be required for a student whose learning is impacted by disability.

Assessment Policies and Schedules

Comprehensive information regarding assessment processes, including illness/misadventure applications and procedures for late submission, is outlined in the relevant stage policies below.

Assessment schedules for each year group are also provided to support students in planning, prioritising tasks and managing their time effectively. Please select the appropriate year group link to access the corresponding policy and schedule.

Assessment Grades

Teachers observe students' work in class and look closely at tasks throughout the year. They also formally assess a student's achievement based on the outcomes described in the syllabus of the subject. As a parent or carer, you’ll receive a written report twice a year. It gives you a clear picture of your child’s achievements – what they know and can do.

In Years 7 to 10, we use the Common grade scale(opens in new window) in reporting. In Year 11, we use the Preliminary grade scale.

Information on standardised assessments

The information below is provided, and updated, by the Department of Education. The links take you to external sites.

We provide detailed information to students about what we expect from them throughout the year and how their work will be assessed. Students have a number of formal assessments throughout their schooling.

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