GLF Schools

GLF Schools

GLF Schools was founded in 2012 in order to enable the federation of Glyn School (an academy in 2011) and Danetree Junior School. Together, we began our journey to become a MAT of more than 1000 talented staff working with over 10,000 children in 40 schools across 5 regions in southern England.

Our Schools

Banbury Region

Banstead Region

Berkshire & Hampshire Region

Caterham Region

Crawley Region

Didcot Region

Epsom Region

London Boroughs

Redhill Region

Sunbury & Camberley Region

Assessment at Meridian

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Assessment 

At Meridian High School, assessment is more than a score- it is a powerful tool for learning. Our approach ensures that every student understands where they are in their learning, what they need to do next, and how they can achieve their very best.

We believe assessment should be:

  • Clear – students know exactly what is expected.

  • Consistent – applied fairly across all subjects and year groups.

  • Purposeful – used to support progress, not just to measure it.

Through assessment, we:

  1. Identify what students know, understand, and can do.

  2. Spot misconceptions and gaps in knowledge.

  3. Adapt teaching and curriculum plans to meet students’ needs.

  4. Track progress over time, supporting mastery and long-term success.

Assessment

Data we use in school:

  • End of topic test scores
  • End of term assessments
  • Reading ages (NGRT testing)
  • CAT4 testing
  • Mock exams
  • Lucid testing
  • Speech and language
  • Target setting (FFT5)

Our Assessment Cycle

Key Stage 3

  • Students complete three summative assessments each year.

  • Assessments take place in week 9 of each term.

  • Teachers mark in depth and provide detailed feedback within 2 weeks.

  • Students reflect, respond, and complete follow-up tasks.

  • A full report is sent home to parents in week 12.

Key Stage 4

  • Students sit mock exams in November and February, aligned to exam board standards.

  • These are "blind mocks" (no prior knowledge of the exact papers) to mirror real exam conditions.

  • Teachers provide detailed feedback and reteaching within 2 weeks.

  • Mock results are shared at the following Parents’ Evening.

Formative Assessment

  • Learning is checked daily through questioning, class discussions, and 5 a day quizzes using Plickers.

  • This ongoing assessment helps teachers challenge and support students in real time.

 

Assessments are marked by teachers, providing clear and constructive feedback. Students then respond  by completing feedback tasks and setting personal targets to drive their progress forward. All assessments and responses are then tagged in the students books to show their learning over time. During dedicated ‘Zoning In’ weeks, teachers revisit key misconceptions and support students in strengthening their understanding, ensuring knowledge is fully secured for long-term success.

At Meridian High School, assessment is not the end of learning, it’s the next step forward. By working together, teachers, students, and parents ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive