I noticed on another thread that someone said that schools should not put children into 'sets' in primary, as it doesn't fit with the new guidelines and the 'mastery' concept. However, there are frequently comments on MN from parents saying their child is in the top group or top set or top table or whatever.
DD is just finishing reception, and the teacher has told me that she is in the top groups for phonics and maths (not necessarily very significant: a 'group' may be half of the class). Following a friendship issue, the teacher has also informed me that, when she goes into year 1, my DD will not be on the same table as this particular friend as she's working at a different 'level'. I admit to being relieved at this, and also reassured that there is some differentiation, even in a one form per year school.
So, my question is: what are schools supposed to do, and what do they really do?
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Ginmummy1 · 05/07/2016 09:57
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