The school year is divided into two terms, August to December and January to June. Assessments and examinations are conducted according to this schedule:
Nursery to Grade 5
First Term Assessment December Entire First Term work
Second Term Assessment May/June Entire Second Term work
Playgroup and Pre-Nursery
There is no formal assessment or test. Children are observed and evaluated on daily performance and progress. Reports reflect achievements according to age level and development stage.
Nursery and Kindergarten
The children are assessed in a relaxed and informal way. Teachers revise the lessons in class with different reinforcement exercises. English, Urdu and Mathematics have written assessments whereas General Knowledge and Islamiyat have ongoing oral assessments throughout the terms.
Junior School
First Term Assessment December Entire First Term work
Second Term Assessment May/June Entire Second Term work
Grades 1 to 4
In the Term Examinations students sit for only four written papers, English, Urdu, Mathematics, Map Skills and Oral recitation.
Science, Social Studies, Islamiyat, Global Perspectives and ICT are assessed in regular on going End of Topic/Unit tests throughout the term, not by formal examination. The grades are included in the Term Report.
Grade 5
In the Term Examinations students sit for only all the subjects English, Urdu, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Islamiyat, Map Skills, ICT and Oral recitation.
End of Topic/Unit Tests
In all subjects when a topic or unit has been taught students sit for End of Topic/Unit tests, The grades are included in the Term Report.
Grades 6 to 8
First Term
Mid Term Assessment October Selected topics from each subject are assessed as class tests Final Assessment December Entire First Term work
Second Term
Mid Term Assessment March Selected topics from each subject are assessed as class tests
Final Assessment May/June Entire work of the Second Term Complete Math course of both terms Selected topics from the First Term of all the other subjects
End of Topic/Unit Tests
Grade 6 to 8: In all subjects when a topic or unit has been taught students sit for End of Topic/Unit tests, The grades are included in the Term Report.
Assessment and Exam Papers
• Questions are based on the textbooks and class work but are not identical to them. • Students are required to study mainly from their textbooks, also from notebooks and worksheets.
• Understanding of concepts and independent work is emphasised and not memorisation of class work or rote learning.
Leave /Absence
During class tests, assessments and examinations all absences must be supported by written information from parents, otherwise the student will get a zero mark for the missed paper/s. Missed papers are not retaken.
The leave application should be sent on the day of absence or latest on the first day of the student’s return to school. Letters sent after a gap of more than one day are not accepted.
Applications can be sent through WhatsApp on 0331 4764402 or email at
lahoreschooloflearning@gmail.com
Marks and Results
Students of Grade 6 to 8 receive four reports a year. All other classes get two reports.
Marks are deducted for incorrect and incomplete answers; for spelling errors, grammar mistakes and poor presentation.
Pass percentage is 50.
Promotion
Promotion to the next class is based on the achievements in both Term Exams and the End of Unit Topic/Unit tests.
It is important for all students to study on a regular basis throughout the year and not just a few days before the papers. Reading of books, newspapers and magazines is strongly advised for developing comprehension, spellings, creativity and vocabulary.
Regular Attendance is crucial for sound learning and good results.
School Dues
Students are allowed to sit for assessments and exams only if the school dues are paid according to schedule. To avoid all kinds of embarrassment, unpleasantness and inconvenience parents must ensure prompt payment.
