What should we do with the SATs data collected from year 6 pupils?
Little evidence is found the key stage 2 tests in England are associated with lower levels of mental well-being, happiness, self-esteem or school enjoyment amongst its primary pupils (Jerrim, 2021)
It's the season for exams and here in England and every year, there is a discussion on whether primary pupils should sit SATs (Standard Attainment Tests) or not, and if GCSEs are credible and need to be reformed.
In most schools (if not all) across England, primary pupils sit their SATs and then a