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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2025 · 23 MIN

Episode 218: Meaningful school assessment

from The School of School · host The School of School

This week, Adam, Robin, and Andy are joined by Sarah Matthews, Head at Stanton St Quintin Primary School, Wiltshire, UK. We’re focusing on assessment, community involvement, and the importance of creating a supportive learning environment — three things Sarah’s school does fantastically. Does celebrating successes help create a positive school culture? Can standardised testing create unnecessary anxiety? Listen to find out!

This week, Adam, Robin, and Andy are joined by Sarah Matthews, Head at Stanton St Quintin Primary School, Wiltshire, UK. We’re focusing on assessment, community involvement, and the importance of creating a supportive learning environment — three things Sarah’s school does fantastically. Does celebrating successes help create a positive school culture? Can standardised testing create unnecessary anxiety? Listen to find out!

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