We’ve known about the proposed key stage 2 multiplication check for a while now, but have so far been waiting for more information about ...

This might come across as idealistic or cynical. It might even sound hypocritical to those who’ve taught Year 6 alongside me. But there real...

In my first blog post in this series I explored the difference between reading comprehension strategies and reading skills. I noted that ...

Here's one I wrote for Third Space Learning:  https://thirdspacelearning.com/blog/reflections-primary-maths-leader-ks2-sats-new-curric...

https://www.thirdspacelearning.com/blog/2017/ks2-sats-results-2017-what-they-mean-what-they-ll-never-tell-you-what-to-do-next I produce...

The latest in my series of blog posts for Third Space Learning focuses on SATs week itself. The focus is on teacher and pupil wellbeing a...

Here's one I wrote for the TES blog all about those little things that might be forgotten in the run up to SATs but that, if sorted, w...

If you're a Year 6 teacher this Easter, you definitely don't need me to wax lyrical about the pressure you're feeling right ...

A few years ago there were many resources available supporting children's understanding of the Assessment Focuses. Teachers found it b...