Editor's view

By Liz Roberts, editor, Nursery World, 23 September 2004

The decision to change the way SATS are carried out at Key Stage 1 in England's primary schools is good news for Foundation Stage practitioners. Greater emphasis on teacher assessment of pupils rather than formal examinations should mean less pressure on nursery and reception classes to 'prepare' children for SATS (see News, page 4).

The decision to change the way SATS are carried out at Key Stage 1 in England's primary schools is good news for Foundation Stage practitioners. Greater emphasis on teacher assessment of pupils rather than formal examinations should mean less pressure on nursery and reception classes to...

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