Assessment

Assessment, both formal and informal, is an integral part of the education process at the Cathedral School. Continuous assessment by teachers takes place in all subjects and the major subjects are assessed more formally from Year 3 onwards. Our aim is to ensure that revision and assessments are positive and worthwhile experiences for all our pupils.   

School Examinations

Formal assessments take place in May/June each year in the main academic subjects for children in Years 3 - 8.  Those sitting 13+ entrance exams to senior schools are also given preparation in the form of ‘mock' exams at appropriate times.  As part of the assessment programme National Curriculum Tests are also given in Years 3 - 5 and, throughout the Prep School, Verbal Reasoning tests are used as an objective guide to children's ability.