Assessment and Reporting

How We Assess

At BrightSteps, assessment helps teachers understand each child and plan their next steps. It is not just about grades.

• At the start of the year: every child completes baseline assessments in English, mathematics and French, so we know where to begin.
• Every day: teachers observe, listen and check understanding as children work, ask questions and solve problems.
• At the end of each unit: children show what they have learned through projects, presentations, written work or practical tasks.
• For English language learners: our learning support teacher tracks each child's progress in English throughout the year.

In Early Years, assessment is based mostly on observing children as they play, talk and explore.

How We Keep You Informed

• Every Friday: a weekly update on the BrightSteps Hub shows what your child learned that week and how they are doing, including their behavior.
• Assessments and grades: teachers share assessments and grades with you on the Hub as they become available.
• Report cards: three times a year, at the end of each trimester.
• Parent teacher conference: in November, you meet with your child's teacher to talk about their progress, strengths and next steps.
• Student led conference: in March, your child leads the meeting, presenting their own work and explaining what they have learned and their goals.
• Anytime: you are welcome to request a meeting with your child's teacher.