Whilst it may not feel like it - weather wise at least - the summer is fast approaching. And with Summer comes thoughts of examinations and assessment …

As such, it is around this time that we get a lot of questions about examinations guidance with respect to access arrangements, reasonable adjustments and special considerations.

As you may be already aware, this guidance is occasionally changed and, when this occurs, the AET along with other organisations and stakeholders contributes to any consultation carried out by the bodies and organisations responsible.

To make sure we are providing you with the most up-to-date information, we have decided to sign-post you directly to their appropriate pages:

Useful Links:

• Guidance on Access Arrangements for the Key Stage 2 Examinations.
• Special Considerations Guidance for the Key Stage 2 Assessments.
• Specific guidance from JCQ on Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration.
• Ofqual’s Guide for Schools and Colleges.
• Ofqual’s Student Guide.
• IPSEA’s information for Parents and Carers.
• Disability Rights Uk have provided some suggestions for accommodations autistic children and young people may find helpful when sitting internal and external assessments

Good luck to all students completing assessments in the coming months.