Testing procedure
Three stages of assessment
The PSI testing programme monitors the progress, strengths and weaknesses of each student in every academic area.
Monthly evaluation tests
Held regularly to gauge performance in all subjects. Teachers and the Principal meet at the end of each month to discuss every child, and parents are informed if a child is not making good progress.
After three or four assessments, result visuals showing the child’s scores compared with the class are shared at the Parent-Teacher Meeting.
Mock exams
A full examination in March familiarises children with exam procedure and helps evaluate teaching and the syllabus.
Papers, answer sheets and a percentage report are sent home, and parents are welcome to discuss results with the Principal and teachers by appointment.
Final exams
Oral and written tests, with practicals for senior classes. Reading skills are assessed by a panel of teachers, followed by comprehension tests.
The year-end result combines monthly assessments, mocks and finals.
The minimum penalty for cheating, or helping another student to cheat, in an examination is a mark of zero.
Homework
Homework reinforces daily lessons and, more importantly, helps monitor a child’s academic growth. It is introduced from Transition.
The class teacher signs the homework diary from Transition to Class V. From Class VI, noting down homework is the student’s responsibility, although the teacher will sign the diary in special cases or on a parent’s request.
Parents must sign the homework diary daily and all class tests, whatever the score, and allocate time to supervise homework.
Parent-Teacher Meetings
At least three Parent-Teacher Meetings are held each session, so parents and teachers can get to know each other and agree how best to support each child. Post-mock meetings give a further chance to discuss weaker areas.
It is mandatory for one or both parents to attend. If this is not possible, parents should nominate someone to attend on their behalf. Individual meetings are encouraged and should be booked two days in advance.
Special coaching
PSI has two teachers per class of twenty-five children at the elementary and primary levels, so students who need extra help are noticed straight away and supported through remedial classes and a modified syllabus.
PSI believes the school, parents and pupils must work together towards academic progress. After-school tuition is discouraged: children who have already done a full school day should not spend hours more with private tutors.
Questions about your child’s progress?
Book an appointment with your child’s teacher through the school office.