At St Finbarr’s School, we value a balanced and informed approach to assessment that supports every child’s learning and growth.

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is undertaken by students in Years 3 and 5
and provides one source of information about student achievement in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation, and
numeracy. NAPLAN is part of a broader assessment picture and complements the rich, ongoing classroom assessments used by
 teachers throughout the year.

Supporting student learning

NAPLAN results are used alongside classroom observations, work samples and school‑based assessments to:

• identify strengths and areas for growth in student learning

• inform teaching and learning programs
• support targeted instruction and intervention
• monitor progress over time at an individual, cohort and whole‑school level

Importantly, NAPLAN does not replace teacher judgement. Classroom teachers continue to have the deepest understanding
of each child’s learning journey.

Preparing students

The best preparation for NAPLAN is everyday classroom learning. Teaching and learning at St Finbarr’s is aligned with the
Australian Curriculum (Version 9.0), and NAPLAN assessments reflect the skills and understandings students develop through
regular classroom experiences. Students are supported to approach NAPLAN with confidence in a calm and supportive environment.

Information for parents and carers

We are committed to keeping families informed. Parent and carer information about NAPLAN, including key dates, test formats
and how results are reported, is shared through school communications and made available via the school and ACARA websites.

Further information about NAPLAN is also available at:https://www.nap.edu.au/naplan/for-parents-carers