Spring Term Spelling Assessment

The Y3 Spring Term Spelling Assessment is an evaluative tool designed to test the spelling skills of Year 3 students. The assessment format is straightforward: students listen to sentences read aloud by their teacher, with a particular word missing from each sentence. They are then required to write the correct spelling of the missing word on the provided line. The teacher will repeat the sentence, including the missing word, to ensure clarity. It is important for students to focus solely on their own work, as they are instructed not to share their answers with their peers.

The assessment sheet includes a section for the student's name and the date of the test, ensuring that each child's results can be individually recorded and tracked. The test comprises ten sentences, each with a single blank for the missing word that the student needs to spell correctly. After the assessment, the teacher will tally the total marks to determine the student's spelling proficiency. This structured approach encourages concentration and listening skills, as well as the ability to recall and apply correct spellings in context. The assessment's design is such that it not only evaluates spelling accuracy but also reinforces vocabulary and comprehension through the use of complete sentences.