Stop SATs in 2017


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2016-10-14 07:42

I signed this petition because, whilst I firmly believe in the need for effective assessment of pupil progress, our current SATs system is too challenging for many pupils who are made to feel like they have 'failed' at an age where they are extremely vulnerable to being turned off education completely. Sadly, and very regrettably, many colleagues have felt forced to tailor their curriculum and teaching style to SATs preparation and this is, again, turning off many of our young learners. I believe in rigour and high standards, but such is the pressure on me as a Headteacher to achieve even more demanding results that I feel my health (mental and physical) is suffering and I am giving serious thought to leaving the profession I love. I do not exaggerate the case and I do not say this lightly. PLEASE DO SOMETHING CONSTRUCTIVE.
Thank you.