Dear Parent/Carer,
KS3 WA1 Internal Assessments: 5th -16th January 2026
Students will be sitting their first Working At (WA) assessment of this academic year in all of their subjects during assessment fortnight (Monday 5th January – Friday 16th January 2026). This may take the form of a test or an assessed piece of writing/practical piece of work.
Students will be provided with revision lists giving details of the topics and content that will be tested. We are also encouraging students to take their workbooks home to revise. It is important that students look after their workbooks and check they have the correct books that are needed for the following day when packing their bags for school each evening. The expectation is that students spend time each evening preparing for the assessments. Constant revision and practice is the surest way to fully embed skills and knowledge required to secure excellent achievement at KS4.
All tests will be classroom based and undertaken under exam conditions. It is important that students are used to working in this environment so they are fully prepared for their examinations in Year 11. Students are expected to be fully prepared for all assessments with the correct equipment which includes:
- Pen
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Eraser
- Pencil sharpener
- Pencil case
- Scientific calculator
Assessment Timetable
We ask parents/carers to spend time reviewing the assessment timetable with their child. You can view these here. This year, the timetable shows the exact day and lesson period for each assessment for all subjects, helping students to plan their preparation more effectively. Please note that Design and Technology will not appear on the timetable, as students follow a carousel model and complete their assessments at the end of each term. PE is also not included because students are assessed more frequently — twice each half term. Students will receive a hard copy of their personalised timetable during morning registration, where they will be given time to highlight when each assessment takes place, supported by their form tutors. It is important that students know exactly when each assessment is scheduled so they can prepare appropriately and feel confident in the weeks ahead.
Students’ assessment scores and progress judgements will be included in the WA Assessment Report, which will be emailed to all parents on Friday 6th February.
If you have any concerns or questions about any matters related to how your child’s progress is tracked and reported, please don’t hesitate to contact me on jkoltan@boteler.org.uk or your child’s Class Teacher.
Yours faithfully,
Mr J Koltan
Deputy Headteacher