Hotly anticipated NAPLAN tests are in and it's top marks for the COVID class
3 years, 7 months ago

Hotly anticipated NAPLAN tests are in and it's top marks for the COVID class

ABC  

Mt Druitt is 38 kilometres west of Sydney's famous harbour but local school principal Michael Atteya uses a nautical analogy to help bridge the digital divide. Key points: This year's was the first NAPLAN test since students moved to virtual classrooms Compared to 2019 results, there has been no statistically significant fall in foundational literacy and numeracy skills Writing skills continue to be lower than they were a decade ago Ninety-five per cent of pupils at St Bishoy Coptic Orthodox College are from non-English speaking backgrounds and 64 per cent are below average in terms of socio-economic advantage. Mr Atteya said Mt Druitt locals still remembered an infamous newspaper front page from 25 years ago that dubbed the public school "the class that failed" – it gives him extra pride in saying that at his school there's the class that sailed. Checking in regularly with friends and family helped St Bishoy's year 9 student Gabrielle Asaad "stay sane" during periods of remote learning. "The fact we don't have a lot of data on student wellbeing and their overall health and their confidence and creativity really shows a large gap in how the system's working," she said.

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Schools' individual NAPLAN results have been made public. Here's why comparing them isn't straightforward
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Schools' individual NAPLAN results have been made public. Here's why comparing them isn't straightforward

ABC  

The NAPLAN results for almost 10,000 schools across Australia have been revealed, offering parents a snapshot of their performance in reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and numeracy. Here's what you can find in the school-level data: 2024 NAPLAN results 2024 school profile 2024 school attendance data for Semester 1 2023 school financial information 2023 vocational education training participation and outcomes 2023 …

NAPLAN results reveal one in three students not meeting basic literacy and numeracy expectations
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NAPLAN results reveal one in three students not meeting basic literacy and numeracy expectations

ABC  

One in three Australian school students is not meeting literacy and numeracy benchmarks, and more than one in ten need additional support, the 2024 NAPLAN results show. The NAPLAN standards Exceeding: Exceeds expectations at the time of testing Strong: Meets challenging but reasonable expectations at the time of testing Developing: Indicates the student is working towards expectations at the time …

High-performing schools in each state and territory revealed as state NAPLAN results released
1 year, 3 months ago

High-performing schools in each state and territory revealed as state NAPLAN results released

ABC  

City public primary schools have dominated the list of high-performing schools, according to analysis of NAPLAN data, as school results are released today. Key points: NAPLAN 2023 results have been released for specific schools This is the second time the test has been done online Data on school funding, attendance and year 12 completion has also been released The top …

One in three school students not meeting numeracy and literacy expectations, NAPLAN results show
1 year, 7 months ago

One in three school students not meeting numeracy and literacy expectations, NAPLAN results show

ABC  

One in three school students throughout Australia are not meeting minimum numeracy and literacy expectations, and one in ten are so far behind they need additional support, new NAPLAN data shows. Key points: The 2023 NAPLAN results are the first assessed under a new, tougher set of criteria Ten per cent of students have been assessed as needing additional numeracy …

NAPLAN results show no overall decline in learning, but 2 per cent drop in participation levels an 'issue of concern'
2 years, 5 months ago

NAPLAN results show no overall decline in learning, but 2 per cent drop in participation levels an 'issue of concern'

ABC  

Almost 15 per cent of Australian year 9 boys don't meet the national minimum achievement standard for reading — the highest proportion ever, according to the latest national NAPLAN test results. Key points: Experts describe latest NAPLAN test results as a "mixed bag" Results show no overall decline in learning despite dips in spelling and reading in year 9 boys …

NAPLAN results do not show full picture for local schools, says education expert
3 years ago

NAPLAN results do not show full picture for local schools, says education expert

ABC  

An education expert has warned against jumping to conclusions about a school based on its NAPLAN results. Key points: NAPLAN results are out for the first time in two years, after COVID disrupted the 2020 test For the first time, school data can be compared with other "similar" schools Educators say there is nothing definitive about the results, as each …

New NAPLAN data on My Schools website to spell the end of 'meaningless league tables'
3 years ago

New NAPLAN data on My Schools website to spell the end of 'meaningless league tables'

ABC  

For the first time since the start of the pandemic, parents will have fresh and relevant NAPLAN data on the My School website to compare their school's performance. Key points: New NAPLAN search tools being launched today aim to make the national test information more relevant Previously, schools from lower socio-economic areas were being compared with wealthy private schools The …

NAPLAN tests will be cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak
5 years ago

NAPLAN tests will be cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak

Daily Mail  

NAPLAN tests will be cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak. 'The decision not to proceed with NAPLAN has been taken to assist school leaders, teachers and support staff to focus on the wellbeing of students and continuity of education, including potential online and remote learning,' the ministers said in a statement. Education ministers announced on Friday that the tests sat …

NAPLAN exams cancelled due to coronavirus disruptions, but schools to stay open
5 years ago

NAPLAN exams cancelled due to coronavirus disruptions, but schools to stay open

ABC  

NAPLAN exams will be cancelled this year due to widespread disruption to schools caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Key points: The Education Council Chair says the decision is based on the "very best" medical advice This year's exams were scheduled for May The Education Council says medical officers are still saying schools should remain open This year's exams were scheduled …

Queensland's Education Minister welcomes decision to scrap NAPLAN due to coronavirus threat
5 years ago

Queensland's Education Minister welcomes decision to scrap NAPLAN due to coronavirus threat

ABC  

As schools remain open throughout the country, Queensland's Education Minister has welcomed the decision to cancel NAPLAN testing for 2020. Key points: Education Minister Grace Grace calls for NAPLAN to be cancelled to reduce additional stress on students and teachers She says she is open to all suggestions to help combat coronavirus, including an extension to the Easter school holidays …

NAPLAN results spark further calls for overhaul of student testing system
5 years, 7 months ago

NAPLAN results spark further calls for overhaul of student testing system

ABC  

Victoria is leading a push for an overhaul of the NAPLAN school testing system, proposing a job certificate to help engage students and a change to the ages of test-takers, to combat flagging results in high schools. Key points: The results show there has been little improvement in test scores across the board Year 9 students were the "most difficult" …

The NAPLAN results are in. Here's what you need to know
6 years, 7 months ago

The NAPLAN results are in. Here's what you need to know

ABC  

This year's NAPLAN results have been released amid growing concerns about the validity of the process due to the introduction of online testing. Key points: 2018 scaled results show little change from last year, despite one in five students sitting online test Release comes several weeks later than originally planned amid concerns over whether online and pen-and-paper tests comparable Testing …

This year's NAPLAN results of 'very limited use' and should be discarded, US experts argue
6 years, 7 months ago

This year's NAPLAN results of 'very limited use' and should be discarded, US experts argue

ABC  

This year's NAPLAN tests are so flawed the results of 1 million students "should be discarded", according to two international experts who have issued scathing criticism of the national system. Key points: Two US professors say online and pen-and-paper tests cannot be compared They say 2018 NAPLAN results are of "very limited use" and should be discarded Sydney University expert …

NAPLAN tests are valuable and criticisms aren't backed by evidence: report
6 years, 10 months ago

NAPLAN tests are valuable and criticisms aren't backed by evidence: report

ABC  

The controversial NAPLAN tests are valuable and accurate and common criticisms of the national assessment tool aren't supported by evidence, according to a report from the Centre for Independent Studies. Key points: Report finds NAPLAN tests useful and should stay Argues key criticisms of tests aren't supported by evidence, and outlines areas that could benefit from review Education ministers and …

NAPLAN testing needs to be dumped in NSW with 'haste', NSW Government says
6 years, 10 months ago

NAPLAN testing needs to be dumped in NSW with 'haste', NSW Government says

ABC  

Calls to scrap NAPLAN testing have been rejected by Federal Education Minister Simon Birmingham, who says it provides transparency and reassurances to parents. What is NAPLAN: The National Assessment Program tests the literacy and numeracy skills of students in years 3, 5, 7 and 9 Students cannot pass or fail the assessment The annual testing is designed to help governments …

NAPLAN testing faces scrutiny as education ministers push for changes
7 years, 1 month ago

NAPLAN testing faces scrutiny as education ministers push for changes

ABC  

Some of the nation's education ministers have united to push for changes to the controversial testing system in schools known as NAPLAN. Key points: NSW Education Minister believes NAPLAN has become "major event" in school calendar SA minister Susan Close says time to have another look at NAPLAN Federal minister indicated he was not open to any significant changes They …

NAPLAN: Calls for review of student testing after small improvement recorded in 10 years
7 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN: Calls for review of student testing after small improvement recorded in 10 years

ABC  

Parents and teachers are calling for a review of NAPLAN after the latest results showed students' performance has only improved marginally since the tests were first introduced a decade ago. Key points: Reading, numeracy improved since 2008 but writing declined since 2011 Union says "it's time to have a conversation about the importance of assessment" Many independent schools question why …

NAPLAN: School students' performance shows small improvement after 10 years of testing
7 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN: School students' performance shows small improvement after 10 years of testing

ABC  

The latest NAPLAN results show students' performance has only improved marginally since the tests were first introduced a decade ago. Key points: Reading and numeracy have improved since 2008 but writing has declined since 2011 Queensland and Western Australia have shown the most improvement since 2008 Concerns that students could have improved more if tests were less stressful And while …

Will the new NAPLAN reforms push kids out of school?
7 years, 10 months ago

Will the new NAPLAN reforms push kids out of school?

ABC  

A growing number of educators, principals and parents are calling on the NSW government to scrap new NAPLAN reforms, arguing they will increase the number of students dropping out of high school. The new requirement connecting year nine students' performance in NAPLAN to the HSC has largely flown under the radar since it was announced by then-NSW education minister Adrian …

NAPLAN results show it is time to hand trust back to teachers
8 years, 3 months ago

NAPLAN results show it is time to hand trust back to teachers

ABC  

The national report on NAPLAN results released this week shows Australian students' performance in the past few years has flat-lined. If politicians truly want to improve standards, they should step away from education and hand trust back to the professionals — our teachers. The NAPLAN results meant teachers were no longer seen as a reliable, primary source of information about …

Stalling NAPLAN results spark calls to raise expectations on teachers, students
8 years, 3 months ago

Stalling NAPLAN results spark calls to raise expectations on teachers, students

ABC  

Australians are being urged to raise expectations on teachers and students, after the latest NAPLAN report revealed the academic performance of primary and secondary students had flat-lined since 2015. Key points: The writing skills of Year 9s are worse than in 2011 The report comes on the back of lacklustre results in TIMSS and PISA Indigenous education has shown signs …

NAPLAN: Should we be worried about the latest results?
8 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN: Should we be worried about the latest results?

ABC  

The latest results from NAPLAN certainly aren't encouraging: overall, there's been no significant improvement in literacy and numeracy among Australian students since last year. The Government says it's concerning Education Minister Simon Birmingham told the ABC that these results have plateaued "at a time of record and substantial growth in school funding". He thinks outcomes can be improved by: incentivising …

NAPLAN: WA Education Minister welcomes state's 'outstanding' results in national tests
8 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN: WA Education Minister welcomes state's 'outstanding' results in national tests

ABC  

Western Australia's Education Minister has welcomed the latest NAPLAN results after the state bucked the national trend and recorded improved results for the second consecutive year. In Year 9, WA now has the highest percentage of students in the top two achievement bands for numeracy, and the second highest for reading, writing and grammar. "In fact we've seen improvements in …

NAPLAN results show literacy, numeracy skills have stalled despite record government funding
8 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN results show literacy, numeracy skills have stalled despite record government funding

ABC  

The overall literacy and numeracy skills of Australian students have stalled, according to the latest data on the academic performance of Australian schools. Key findings from NAPLAN results: Years 3, 5 improved in reading, spelling, numeracy Years 7, 9 writing results decreased since 2011 ACT best in reading, grammar; Victoria best in writing, numeracy Queensland, WA showed most improvement Preliminary …

NAPLAN results: Canberra leads nation in more than half of categories tested
8 years, 8 months ago

NAPLAN results: Canberra leads nation in more than half of categories tested

ABC  

The ACT continues to perform above the national average in NAPLAN testing, with Canberra students returning the top or equal top result in almost three quarters of year and subject categories tested. While ACT schools returned a comparatively high number of students performing above the minimum requirements, results around the country appear to be stagnating. There was also a fall …

Parents should pay less attention to NAPLAN results, principal says
8 years, 10 months ago

Parents should pay less attention to NAPLAN results, principal says

ABC  

As Western Australian students face the latest NAPLAN tests, an anonymous circular letter downplaying their relevance has made its way, via social media, to South West schools. "The problem is that we're now in a high stakes process the My School website is fostering the stress," Mr Breen said. Schools and teachers need to 'dumb down' NAPLAN Mr Breen said …

NAPLAN test may be city-centric say rural teachers
8 years, 10 months ago

NAPLAN test may be city-centric say rural teachers

ABC  

Teachers in remote and regional parts of Queensland say they hold concerns that the NAPLAN test may be too city-centric. Mel Siemer, the curriculum developer at St Kieran's Catholic Primary School in Mount Isa, said teachers had noticed some NAPLAN questions from previous years were not relevant to "bush kids". "One of the major concerns you have with any national …

NAPLAN testing begins, experts say exams place undue pressure on students
8 years, 10 months ago

NAPLAN testing begins, experts say exams place undue pressure on students

ABC  

More than 1 million students sat their NAPLAN tests around Australia on Tuesday — but experts are concerned the exams place too much pressure on students and teachers and distort focus in the classroom. Key points: More than 1 million students sat their NAPLAN tests on Tuesday The results are published on the government's My School website Experts say the …

NAPLAN students to use pens for last time in national tests ahead of move online
8 years, 10 months ago

NAPLAN students to use pens for last time in national tests ahead of move online

ABC  

Some school students sitting national literacy and numeracy exams will use a pen and paper for the last time this year with the test set to move online. Pupils in years three, five, seven and nine will sit the annual National Assessment Program — Literacy and Numeracy, or NAPLAN, from today until Thursday. We can improve the provider path to …

WA students show marked improvement in NAPLAN
9 years, 7 months ago

WA students show marked improvement in NAPLAN

ABC  

West Australian students have shown a marked improvement in NAPLAN tests, while national results have stagnated. One million students in years three, five, seven and nine sat the tests in May, which assess reading, persuasive writing, spelling, numeracy and grammar and punctuation. Initial results from this year's NAPLAN exams indicate that nationally, there have been no major improvements since the …

NAPLAN results: Annual numeracy and literacy report shows 'limited' significant improvement in students' skills
9 years, 7 months ago

NAPLAN results: Annual numeracy and literacy report shows 'limited' significant improvement in students' skills

ABC  

Australia's curriculum authority has said parents have the right to expect more improvement than what is being shown in the nation's annual numeracy and literacy skills report. "This year's NAPLAN results, the tests of literacy and numeracy, are telling us that we've got pretty steady achievement compared to previous years, with some good news in year three reading, year five …

NAPLAN coaching does not improve students' results in tests, ACARA chief says
10 years, 11 months ago

NAPLAN coaching does not improve students' results in tests, ACARA chief says

ABC  

Excessive coaching prior to NAPLAN tests will not make a difference to students' results, the head of the authority responsible for the testing warns. ACARA figures show 10 per cent of Year 9 students do not turn up for NAPLAN tests compared to 5 per cent for years 3, 5 and 7. Teachers should not scrap other subjects to teach …

Parents concerned NAPLAN tests stress children
11 years, 10 months ago

Parents concerned NAPLAN tests stress children

ABC  

Some Queensland parents say NAPLAN tests are making children sick with worry, as more than 200,000 students across the state prepare to sit the exams over the next three days. However, Queensland Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek says students sitting NAPLAN tests should prepare for a normal school day. Education Queensland's far northern director Clive Dixon says NAPLAN tests are an …

Parents pay up for the big business that is NAPLAN
11 years, 10 months ago

Parents pay up for the big business that is NAPLAN

ABC  

When it comes to education, all parents want the best for their children. "As NAPLAN's become more established parents get a bit more worried, there seems to be a competitiveness and there seems to be some schools that are actually looking at NAPLAN results which is not what it's for," she said. "We've really gone beyond the pale with the …

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