Explanatory note

This Order amends the Education (National Curriculum) (Key Stage 2 Assessment Arrangements) (England) Order 2003.

Article 2 omits provisions relating to single level tests and to the English writing test. It also amends provisions in relation to science in order to introduce a new biennial test. It makes provision for the moderation of teacher assessment in writing and for determination by the Secretary of State.

The Order also amends the Education (National Curriculum) (Key Stage 1 Assessment Arrangements) (England) Order 2004.

Article 3 makes provision for the application of that Order to maintained nursery schools that have pupils aged 6. It amends the definition of “core subject topics” so as to include the attainment targets in science and mathematics. It amends article 4(2) to require teacher assessment to determine overall levels as well as levels against each attainment target. It provides that a phonics check must be carried out in respect of those pupils who were not assessed the previous year. It also makes provision for the Secretary of State to make a determination in relation to a pupil’s phonics check.

An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as it has no impact on businesses, the public sector or civil society organisations.