Assessment and Progress

Learners at the East SILC have a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including complex medical needs. All learners enter the East SILC at different stages. Upon entry, all learners are assessed to ensure that their next steps in learning and progress can be effectively planned by teachers and other professionals. Throughout the learner’s time at the East SILC, progress toward the achievement of EHCP outcomes is monitored and evaluated alongside progress in their academic subject areas (where applicable). We use Progress Steps to break down EHCP outcomes into smaller targets to be achieved termly. These targets are shared with parents/carers.

We have assessment points throughout the year, at each assessment point, teachers use their professional judgment to decide whether a learner is progressing through the curriculum at the expected pace.

Evidence for this judgment is taken from a range of sources, including Evidence for Learning and ongoing in-class assessments. Strategies and interventions to support learners are discussed at progress meetings, along with strategies for stretch and challenge to ensure all learners continue to make strong progress. All learners will review their EHCPs with support from their parents/carers and other agencies where applicable. Each learner will receive an annual report detailing progress in all areas covered for the individual over the course of the year. Learners at the East SILC can complete a range of accredited courses from various providers, including GCSEs, Functional Skills, and Entry Level qualifications in English, Maths and Science, as well as ASDAN and other subject-specific qualifications. They can start accessing these courses from KS3 until they leave the East SILC in Year 14. The intent of accreditation is to help learners progressively build upon their knowledge and skills and celebrate their achievements. Accredited courses help learners achieve their next steps in learning, provide motivation, and meet specifications for employment or further education.