Streamlining data entry using a software solution means individual school departments do not need to create and maintain their own spreadsheets. This also reduces the need for, and costs associated with, additional third-party systems, while saving teachers’ precious time. With Pupil Progress’ progress trackers, attainment data, teacher predictions, and attitude to learning (ATL) data can all be entered directly into the system, making it the single source of truth for assessment and progress monitoring. A school’s Data Manager can bulk download data from Pupil Progress and upload it into other third-party software if desired, eliminating the need for double entry.

For streamlined data to be effective, all departments need to use it. By mandating the use of a point solution, it ensures consistent data collection across departments. Our software is fully flexible for each subject and aligns with specific assessment practices, providing a robust foundation for tracking student achievement.

To ensure that all teaching staff are confident in data entry and tracker personalisation, schools should arrange training sessions for all staff. If your school uses Pupil Progress, we recommend booking training with your Customer Success Manager. Once fully trained on the software, additional support is always available, including live chat and support team calls. We also recommend that educators familiarise themselves with our video FAQs to further enhance their confidence and assist in the journey to becoming an expert.

In addition to onboarding training, we recommend that Heads of Departments (HODs) and Senior Leadership Teams (SLT) attend data analysis training sessions. These sessions enable leaders to use our tools to identify trends, pinpoint intervention areas, and make informed decisions. Sharing short training videos and resources can also support continuous learning and skill development.

Flexible point solutions are ideal for supporting varied curriculums and assessment styles across subjects. For example, test-driven subjects like Maths and Science might have several topic tests per year, compared to a subject like Art, which has no official test but relies on ongoing teacher assessment of skills. Pupil Progress can be used across all subjects and key stages. Using our trackers for KS3 (Key Stage 3) familiarises students early with the system and sets the stage for a smooth transition into GCSE courses. No learning curve, just continuous progress.

Each software system has unique characteristics to aid the ease of data entry and analysis. We’ve curated the features in Pupil Progress’ progress monitoring software that will assist you in becoming an expert in raising achievement and progress.

We handle the bulk upload of target grades and KS2 (Key Stage 2) scores, simplifying the process for schools. This automated approach ensures that all relevant data is readily available for analysis and intervention planning, saving teachers crucial time that they can use doing what they do best: teaching.

Our point solution offers six customisable learning characteristics that schools can use to track; such as attitude to learning, effort, and homework. These characteristics are completely customisable, allowing educators to name and use is the most meaningful way for their school, These characteristics provide essential insights into student behaviours and engagement, helping to tailor support and interventions effectively.

Tags are instrumental in identifying students who may benefit from interventions. All users can utilise tags within their curriculum tracking marksheets, while the SLT can leverage tags to monitor students impacting overall school performance measures.

The Snapshot feature can be taken at a whole school level to effectively ‘freeze’ a moment in time for future comparisons to measure progress over time and the evaluation of intervention effectiveness. Individual departments can create their own snapshots within their trackers, offering flexibility and specificity in monitoring student progress.

Pupil Progress enables the generation of student reports, available for download individually or in bulk. These reports provide clear insights into student attainment, fostering meaningful conversations during parent-teacher conferences and empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey.

By implementing these best practices, educators can unlock their full potential to elevate student achievement and progress. Through consistent use, comprehensive training, and strategic data analysis, educators will become software experts, creating a data-informed environment that supports every student's success.

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