In awarding grades, we must recognise the significant disruption students have faced

This viewpoint on Ofqual’s proposals regarding summer examinations in 2021 is written by Shirley Clarke, Former Primary Teacher, Lecturer and Researcher, Fellow of the Chartered College, and an internationally-renowned expert in the application of formative assessment in practice. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of the Chartered College. Views on the best way forward are very varied across the sector. For a different viewpoint, read Michael Chiles’ thoughts and Mick Walker’s views, and for a wider perspective on some of the challenges and our members’ views, have a look at Cat Scutt’s summary of members’ concerns for the Chartered College. If we look at the experience so far of last year’s Year 10 students who are now in Year 11, and Year 12 now Year 13, they have had more disruption to their education than any other year in living memory since World War II. I have a daughter, Katy, in Year 11, so it is useful that I can give one student