What School League Tables Tell Us - Education Advice

By Mary Willis on October 31st 2010

Here is a summary of what performance tables tell you about a school and where to find out more information if you are doing your homework.

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• Its average level for exam or attainment test performance.
  
  
• They are compiled for Key Stage 2 Standard Assessment Tests (age 11), GCSEs, and A levels

• Performance levels in English, Maths and Science
  
  
• Results compared with other schools in the area and in the UK, plus comparison with previous year’s results

• League tables are most useful pre-primary school and before secondary school.

• A valuable resource if moving to a new area, or if choosing a new school or Sixth Form college for A-levels

• There are lots of blogs and forums regarding SATs and education on the internet. Mumsnet is just one.

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For more information about state school league tables and to see previous examples click on this link to The Department for Education website.

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