Assessment in Reception

Assessment in Reception

Assessment in Reception is gentle, purposeful and always focused on the whole child.

There are two types of assessment:

Statutory assessments
These are required nationally and help give a broad picture of children’s development:

• Reception Baseline Assessment (on entry)
• End of Reception assessment (EYFS Profile)

Teacher assessment (ongoing)
Alongside this, staff continually assess children through:

• Observing children as they learn and play
• Talking with children about their ideas and thinking
• Using their professional knowledge of each child

This ongoing assessment helps us understand children’s strengths, interests and next steps, so we can plan learning that supports and challenges them — without pressure or formal testing.