Examinations

A selection of articles from past issues of Attain which look at examinations.

Future of Common Entrance

Much has been written about Common Entrance (CE) and the transition at 13+. Julie Robinson, IAPS Education and Training Director, sets out the IAPS position and offers hope for the future. More...

Examination Meltdown

The examination system in this country is in a complete mess and has been undermined by Government obsession with target-setting and league tables. Dr Martin Stephen, High Master of St Paul's School explains. More...

The Difficulties of Pre-Testing

Many senior schools now require pupils to sit some form of pre-test due to an excess demand for places. Robin Badham-Thornhill, Headmaster of Summer Fields, assesses the impact on both pupils and schools. More...

Whither Common Entrance

Or maybe even wither Common Entrance? Whilst a play on words could be regarded as amusing, the issue itself is far from that. James Barnes, Headmaster of Lambrook Haileybury, explains. More...

Common Entrance - Worth Fighting For?

In the last issue of Attain, an IAPS Headmaster wrote passionately for the need to reform the Common Entrance. Tom Dawson, Headmaster of Sunningdale School, feels that the case is not yet proven. More...