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Assessment in Stage 6

Information in this section provides a best practice guide for schools to implement Stage 6 assessment practices that reflect the NSW standards-referenced framework. 

Purpose of assessment

Learn about the purpose of assessment in Stage 6 and what schools do to finalise Year 12 marks. Understand what schools are expected to do.

Developing school-based assessment programs

Formal school-based assessment in Stage 6 provides opportunities to gather evidence about student achievement of syllabus outcomes in different ways to the HSC. Discover the requirements for developing formal assessment programs.

Marking formal assessment

Learn about the marking guidelines used in formal assessment and what teachers consider during the marking process.

End of course reporting

Schools are responsible for allocating a grade to each student who completes a Year 11 or Year 12 course. Learn what is involved for teachers when allocating grades, and how Life Skills and VET courses are reported. 

Online HSC exams

Prepare for online HSC exams. Watch our videos on the features and tools available in the online exam platform and find out the equipment needed.

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