Reporting overview

Our reporting system is designed to give students and families a clear understanding of progress, attainment and areas for development at each stage of school life.

Key Stage 3

At Key Stage 3, report cards show a student’s attainment using four indicators: Exceptional, Above, Inline and Below.

Key Stage 4 and 5

For students in Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, report cards show the GCSE or A Level grade that reflects the level they are currently working at within their current unit of study.

Attitude to Learning and Behaviour

At Key Stages 3 and 4 we report on Attitude to Learning and Behaviour using a four‑point scale: Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Unacceptable.
Areas for Improvement

Areas for improvement

Progress cards also highlight specific areas where students can focus their efforts. These may include:

Organisation

This refers to how well a student manages their learning. It includes bringing the correct equipment, completing homework on time, keeping classwork tidy and accessible, and being prepared for lessons. Strong organisation helps students learn efficiently and reduces unnecessary stress.

Working at Full Potential

This reflects whether a student is putting in the level of effort needed to achieve their best. It considers focus in lessons, willingness to push themselves, completion of challenging work, and engagement with feedback. Students meeting this expectation show determination and commitment to improving.

Contributing More

This relates to participation in lessons. Students are encouraged to share ideas, ask questions, join discussions and engage actively in group work. Contributing more helps deepen understanding and builds confidence.

Reviewing Key Content and Practising Skills

This refers to how well a student revisits material they’ve learned to strengthen long‑term understanding. It includes independent revision, practising subject‑specific skills, and using resources such as notes, revision guides and online platforms. Regular review is crucial for steady progress.

Accuracy and Consistency

This looks at the precision and reliability of a student’s work. It includes avoiding careless errors, checking work before submitting, following instructions carefully and producing a consistent standard across different tasks. Improving accuracy and consistency helps students achieve higher-quality outcomes.

Literacy

This focuses on reading, writing, speaking and understanding subject‑specific vocabulary. It may include spelling, punctuation, clarity of expression, ability to structure written work and use of key terminology. Strong literacy skills support success across all subjects.

Numeracy

This covers a student’s confidence and accuracy with numbers and calculations. It may include using mathematical methods correctly, interpreting data, applying formulas, or approaching numerical problems logically. Good numeracy supports learning not just in Maths, but in Science, Geography, Technology and beyond.

How Reports Are Shared

All reports are sent home electronically to ensure quick, secure and reliable communication.

The annual reporting structure is summarised below: