| Definition | The annual national survey of pupils' attainment in the Scottish 5-14 curriculum at P3, P5, P7 and S2. It plays an important part in the overall pattern of assessment in Scottish schools. Surveys take place in late April/May each year when pupils are close to completing their programmes of work for the year. The main findings of surveys are published by the Scottish Government in the year following the one in which the survey took place. Reports on specific aspects of pupils' performance may be produced subsequently, where there are findings which may be of particular interest to teachers and schools. Staff can use this summative information at any local level to evaluate their performance in relation to the national sample, and to plan their next steps. |
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