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COMMENTS: 1. Introduction
1=#N is an extremely able and enthusiastic member of the group who takes a keen interest in physics and appears to enjoy all aspects of the work.
2=#N is an able and enthusiastic member of the group who takes a keen interest in physics and appears to enjoy all aspects of the work.
3=#N is an able and conscientious member of the group who displays a real interest in the subject and appears to enjoy all aspects of the work.
4=#N is a reserved member of the group who displays a quiet interest in the subject and participates in practical work with enthusiasm.
5=#N is a friendly member of the group who displays considerable interest in the subject and participates in practical work with enthusiasm.
6=#N is a friendly student who works with enthusiasm in the lab, and regularly contributes to class discussions.
7=#N is a reserved member of the group who displays a quiet interest in the subject.
8=#N is a friendly member of the group who displays considerable interest in the subject although #e finds it difficult.
9=#N is a friendly student who displays a quiet interest in the subject, but rarely contributes to class discussions.
10=#N is an able member of the group who takes an interest in physics.
11=#N is a friendly member of the group who takes an interest in physics.
12=#N is an able and reserved member of the group who displays a quiet interest in the subject.
13=#N is an #HomeRoom1 and #HomeRoom2 member of the group who displays a real interest in the subject and appears to enjoy all aspects of the work.

COMMENTS: 2. Topics
1=#E has been studying #Topics during this reporting period.
2=We have been studying #Topics during this reporting period.
3=During this reporting period #e has been studying #Topics.
4=During this reporting period we have been studying #Topics.
5=We have been working on #Topics during this reporting period.

COMMENTS: 3. Knowledge
1=#E speaks and writes about physics ideas in considerable detail, showing a confident use of physics terminology.
2=#E has developed an excellent general physics knowledge and is always willing to share #h ideas with the rest of the class during discussions.
3=#E has developed a good general physics knowledge and is always willing to share #h ideas with the rest of the class during discussions.
4=#E does tend to rush #h work, resulting in careless mistakes, whether in written answers or practical work. Also, #e can get confused because #e doesn't always listen to instructions carefully enough.
5=#E has found this subject challenging but has continued to put effort into every lesson.
6=#E has tried hard this year but has made slow progress in some areas.
7=#E has made steady progress this year and has demonstrated #Type understanding of many of the topics we have covered.
8=I think that #e has much better understanding of this subject than #e shows in #h written work.
9=#E shows #type understanding of this subject, #ButAnd is making #Type1 progress.
10=There has been an improvement in #h work compared with last year, but there is still room for #m to make further progress.
11=#E is finding this subject difficult and has made slow progress in some areas.
12=#E is finding this subject challenging and has made slow progress in some areas.
13=#E has developed a good general physics knowledge. However, #e is somewhat reluctant to share #h ideas with the rest of the class during discussions.
14=#E continues to find this subject challenging, but has not sort help with problems.

COMMENTS: 4. Attainment
1=#H test results have been #TestResults.
2=#H test results have been generally quite #TestResults, #ButAnd would benefit, I am sure, from extra revision.
3=#H test results have been generally #TestResults, #ButAnd #e will need to revise more thoroughly in the future.
4=Earlier test results were very good but, more recently, #e has allowed #h standards to drop slightly, and this is reflected in a lower grade.
5=Earlier test results were not very good but, more recently, #e has improved, and this is reflected in a better grade.
6=#H test results have been generally quite #TestResults, #ButAnd #e will need to revise more thoroughly in the future.
7=#H test results have been #TestResults, but the rest of #h work has been completed to a better standard. #E will need to revise more thoroughly in the future.
8=#H test results have been generally #Type, #ButAnd they show far to many gaps in #h knowledge. #E will need to revise more thoroughly in the future.
9=Earlier test results were very good but, more recently, #e has allowed #h standards to drop slightly, and this is reflected in no improvement in #h grade.

COMMENTS: 5. Written work
1=The quality of #h written work has been consistently #Type, both in terms of content and presentation.
2=The general quality of #h written work has been consistently #Type, both in terms of content and presentation.
3=Written work has been rather variable, often detailed and carefully presented, but sometimes only just adequate.
4=#H written work often displays #Type physics understanding but #e needs to spend a little more time on the presentation of #h work.
5=#H written work has been very variable, occasionally #Type, but too often superficial and/or rushed.
6=#H written work, while usually acceptable, is rarely as detailed or as well presented as I would wish.
7=#E would benefit from improving #h organisation as #e has not always handed in homework on time.
8=#E would benefit from improving #h organisation as #e has not always handed in homework on time .

COMMENTS: 6. Targets
1=#E should aim to maintain the high quality of #h work next year.
2=I hope #e can sustain #h current interest in and enthusiasm towards physics.
3=I hope #e can maintain #h determination to understand all aspects of the work.
4=#E should aim to increase #h confidence by making an effort to be more involved in class discussions.
5=#E should try to take a more active part in practical investigations to improve #h confidence in this area.
6=#E should make an effort to be more actively involved during lessons.
7=#E should aim to produce #h best work at all times, and always revise thoroughly for tests.
8=#E needs to get back to the really high standard of the first half of this term.
9=#E needs to be more methodical in #h approach to the subject and revise carefully for tests if #e wants to improve #h grades next term.
10=I would like to see #N put more consistent effort into #h homework.
11=#E just needs to spend a little more time on #h homework.
12=#E should make an effort to concentrate more during discussions.
13=I would like to see #N make more effort to avoid being distracted during lessons.
14=#E should try to improve the presentation of #h written work.
15=#E puts very little effort into this subject and must do so if #e is to improve.
16=#E needs to put more effort into this subject if #e is going to improve.
17=#E needs to listen more carefully if #e is going to improve in this subject.

COMMENTS: 7. Final
1=A very impressive term. Well done!
2=Overall, an impressive term. Keep up the good work!
3=Overall, a very good first term. Well done!
4=Overall, a good first term.
5=A reasonable term overall, but #e really needs to work on #h areas of weakness next term.
6=A #Type term with steady progress being made. Well done #N.
7=#E has made good progress overall. Well done #N.
8=I am pleased with the effort #N has put in this term. Well done.
9=Good progress has been made but with a more concerted effort #e could improve #h grade.
10=The progress #N has shown this term has been hindered by attendance issues.
11=Some progress has been made but with a more concerted effort #e could improve #h grade further.

COMMENTS: Behaviour Next Steps Sentences
1=#N should aim to take more pride in the presentation of #h work. At times it is difficult to work out what #e has written or tried to shown in #h book.
2=#N would find #h work a lot easier if #e concentrated more on #h work and less time creating distractions.
3=#N should also try to answer questions by putting #h hand up rather than continually shouting out and disturbing the lesson.
4=#E should also try to ensure that #e comes to lessons suitably equipped to learn. On too many occasions #N has not had a pen, pencil or #h homework planner.
5=#N does have the tendancy to be a bit of a day dreamer. #E needs to try and improve #h concentration so that #e doesn't miss important details and information.
6=#N should try to do #h best in all #h work as #e does tend to coast through #h lessons. If #N pushes #s more then #e will do #effortlist better.

COMMENTS: chem - results so far
1=#N has produced some outstanding work so far, well done, keep up the good work.
2=#N has produced some good work so far, I hope #e can continue and/or reach even greater heights!
3=#N has produced some good results and some weak results so far. #E needs to find some consistency in the near future - I would recommend self-study, using the text book and Doddle.
4=#N has produced some poor results so far. Some serious work is required - I would recommend self-study, using the text book and Doddle.
5=#N has missed some of the lessons and when present #e has produced mediocre or poor work. Is this due to lack of confidence? Or laziness? Or perhaps it betrays a weakness in chemistry? I can only surmise as evidence is lacking.

COMMENTS: chem -in class participation
1=#E is very happy to contribute during the in-class discussions and has a clear grasp of the topics and concepts discussed.
2=#E is generally happy to contribute during the in-class discussions and has a moderate grasp of the topics and concepts discussed.
3=#E is reluctant to contribute during the in-class discussions, but when #e does #h grasp of the topics and concepts discussed is excellent.
4=#E is reluctant to contribute during the in-class discussions, but when #e does #e shows a moderately reasonable grasp of the topics and concepts discussed.
5=#E is very reluctant to contribute during the in-class discussions, but when #e does #h grasp of the topics and concepts discussed shows that extra study beyond the classroom would not harm #h development.
6=#N is very quick to contribute in class and often this shows a struggle between demonstrating good intellect (not a problem here) and an unfortunate inability to think through the consequences of what #e's asking before #e asks it.

COMMENTS: Class area of improvement
1=In order to improve I would recommend that #N has a more structured workbook. This will allow for better time management and give direction to some the harder calculations they need to follow.
2=In order to improve, #N should use #h time more effectively when revising. This will give #m a little more direction when time is important.
3=#E could also seek more feedback from the teacher.
4=In order to improve, I would recommend that #N seeks the finer points of the course. This may mean that extra questions will need to be asked. The teacher should be used both in and out of the classroom as a resource.
5=In order to improve, #N needs to work on the mathematical solving component of the course. This includes solving for unknown variables as well as the correct use of the calculators.
6=In order to improve, #N will need to spend some time getting to know #h way around the calculator. This will allow for better time efficiency in the exams.
7=In order to improve, #N should complete more questions under exam conditions. This will improve #h time management during exams.
8=In order to improve, #N should ask more questions during class and seek assistance at the time trouble arrises, and not wait until later in the week or next class.
9=In order to improve I would like to see more questions being raised during class time.

COMMENTS: Class Attitude to Learning
1=In order for #N to improve, #h attitude to learning will need to improve. This could be achieved through increased awareness of expectations.
2=#N will need to improve #h attitude to learning in the following #Time.
3=#N has an inconsistent attitude to learning. Some days #h is very focused and responsible for #h learning, but other days this is not evident.
4=#N has a positive attitude to #h learning. This is evident through #h questioning, #h response to teacher feedback and through a diligent approach to the work set.
5=#N maintains a hardworking attitude both in and out of the classroom.
6=#H attitude to learning about physics concepts is positive and #e has developed a fair understanding of them.

COMMENTS: Class concluding statement
1=I wish #N all the best for next year, and look forward to hearing about #h progress in Physics 3/4.
2=It has been a pleasure teaching #N this year and I wish #m all the best for #h future studies.
3=I wish #m all the best for the future.

COMMENTS: Class intro
1=#N has had a mixed start to the year.
2=#N has been a positive contributor to the Physics classroom but would probably be a little disappointed with the grades #e has attained.
3=#N has received mixed marks throughout #Time.
4=#N has had a consistent start to the year.
5=#N has had a tough #Time in the Physics course.
6=#N's scores have fluctuated throughout the course of #Time.
7=#N has demonstrated that #e is capable of achieving some good results in this course.
8=#N has been an outstanding student for #Time.
9=#N has had a consistent year; however I'm sure that #e would like to see some improvement in #h test scores next year.

COMMENTS: Confidence Next Steps Sentences
1=#N should try to have a bit more confidence in #h own ability. #E often knows the correct answers and now needs to take a bit of a risk by putting #h hand up to offer an answer or get a bit more involved in the lesson.
2=#E needs to try and develop the confidence to share more of #h ideas with the rest of the class or group that #e is working with.

COMMENTS: Exam Opener
1=#N's overall #TimeofExam examination grade was #TestResults.
2=The overall #TimeofExam examination result of #N was #TestResults.
3=I was #Impression with #N's overall #TimeofExam examination result.

COMMENTS: Exam paper 1
1=#H paper 1, the multiple choice paper at #?, was #Type1.
2=#E scored #? in #h multiple choice paper, which was #Type1.

COMMENTS: Exam paper 2
1=#H paper 2, the structured question paper at #?, was #Type1.
2=#E scored #? in #h structured question paper, which was #Type1.

COMMENTS: GCSE Specific
1=#N would now benefit from regularly reading through and revising #h class notes to ensure that #e is constantly revising and learning the content covered in class.
2=#N would benefit from looking through some past exam papers to start working on applying #h knowledge to an exam situation and looking at the number of marks available for different questions.
3=#N needs to try and read around the topics covered in class to improve #h general scientific knowledge.
4=#N needs to ensure that #e starts revision for the next set of exams a lot earlier than #e did for the exams in May. This will ensure that #e is far better prepared.

COMMENTS: Homework Next Steps Sentences
1=Homework is an area of concern as #N needs to ensure that it is completed with the required amount of effort and handed in before the deadline.
2=Homework needs to be an area of focus. It needs to be detailed and well thought out, taking the required amount of time to complete. It shouldn't be a rushed attempt to simply have some work to hand in.
3=If #N is ever stuck with homework #e should come and ask for help straight away. Rather than saying nothing and then not having anything to hand in. Homework is set to assess understanding and further learning and is an important part of the course.

COMMENTS: Introduction Sentences for Strengths
1=#N has made a pleasing start to the year.
2=#N has made steady progress throughout the year.
3=#N is a pleasure to teach in Chemistry.
4=#N has had a shaky start to #h Chemistry studies so far this year.
5=#N is capable of working well in Chemistry when #e concentrates and focusses on the task at hand.
6=#N seems to enjoy #h Chemistry lessons.
7=#N is an enthusiastic Chemist.
8=#N could do very well in Chemistry.
9=#N has the potential to do well in Chemistry

COMMENTS: Knowledge Sentences for Strengths
1=#N is able to apply knowledge gained in lessons to new and different situations.
2=#N is starting to apply knowledge gained in lessons to new and different situations. A skill that will be vital if #e is to continue to do well in #h Chemistry studies and as #e progresses towards the end of the Key Stage.
3=#N has a good working scientific knowledge.

COMMENTS: Literacy Sentences for Strengths
1=#E has put a lot of effort into #h classwork. #E has shown a particular strength in writing detailed answers and explanations that contain the correct key words and terms.
2=#E has shown #keywordlist grasp of key words and terms and can often use them to give some very strong verbal answers.
3=#E is starting to grasp some scientific key words and terms and is using them to give some good verbal answers in class.
4=#N can write some very clear longer answers. This is a brilliant ability to have as more and more exam questions now require extended answers.
5=#N has shown real improvement in the standard of written work that #e can produce. #E has started to use more scientific words and is now checking #h work through more regularly.
6=#E has shown improvement in #h practical work and has started to follow scientific methods to investigate problems. #E has shown an ability to use a variety of different pieces of new equipment and is starting to take more of a lead in practical tasks.
7=I was particularly pleased with #N's APP work on #?. #E clearly spent a lot of time on it, which was reflected in #h grades. #N showed a particular strength in being able to #?

COMMENTS: LM Area of most improvement
1=#N has worked on beginning tasks more promptly and has improved as evidenced by #h Management of Learning indicators.
2=I have witnessed an improvement with #N's leadership qualities. This was evident in the organisation of the house in Performing Arts.
3=#N has improved #h public speaking skills and this will only serve to improve #h leadership qualities.
4=Over the years I have really witnessed a young person maturing into a young adult. I have enjoyed having the company of #N in study and look forward to hearing of their successes in the future.
5=#N has improved #h organisation over the course of the year and will benefit from this as #e moves into the Senior School.

COMMENTS: Methods 3/4
1=#N has had a mixed start to the year.
2=#N has been a positive contributor to the Mathematics classroom but would probably be a little disappointed with the grades #e has attained.
3=#N has received mixed marks throughout #Time.
4=#N has had a consistent start to the year.
5=#N has had a tough #Time in the Methods course.
6=#N's scores have fluctuated throughout the course of #Time.
7=#N has demonstrated that #e is capable of achieving some good results in this course.
8=#N has been an outstanding student for #Time.
9=#N has had a consistent year; however I'm sure that #e would like to see some improvement in #h test scores next year.

COMMENTS: Methods 3/4 area of improvement
1=In order to improve I would recommend that #N has a more structured workbook. This will allow for better time management and give direction to some the harder calculations they need to follow.
2=In order to improve, #N should use #h time more effectively when revising. This will give #m a little more direction when time is important.
3=#E could also seek more feedback from the teacher.
4=In order to improve, I would recommend that #N seeks the finer points of the course. This may mean that extra questions will need to be asked. The teacher should be used both in and out of the classroom as a resource.
5=In order to improve, #N needs to work on the mathematical solving component of the course. This includes solving for unknown variables as well as the correct use of the calculators.

COMMENTS: Methods 3/4 Attitude to Learning
1=In order for #N to improve, #h attitude to learning will need to improve. This could be achieved through increased awareness of expectations.
2=#N will need to improve #h attitude to learning in the following #Time.
3=#N has an inconsistent attitude to learning. Some days #h is very focused and responsible for #h learning, but other days this is not evident.
4=#N has a positive attitude to #h learning. This is evident through #h questioning, #h response to teacher feedback and through a diligent approach to the work set.
5=#N maintains a hardworking attitude both in and out of the classroom.
6=#H attitude to learning about physics concepts is positive and #e has developed a fair understanding of them.

COMMENTS: PLTs Next Steps Sentences
1=I would like to see #N developing #h group working skills. At present the temptation to cause distraction when working with others is to great, meaning that often #N starts to fall behind in #h work.
2=I would like to see #N developing #h ability to work more independently on tasks. At present #N gives up far too easily when the work gets difficult. #E needs to persevere and try to solve the problem #s before asking for help.
3=I would like to see #N taking a bit more of a lead in practical tasks. At the moment #e relies very heavily on other members of #h group to set up equipment and run experiments.
4=I would like to see #N developing #h ability to evaluate other peoples work and investigations, suggesting areas for improvement and analysing the quality of the evidence that other people have gathered during experiments.
5=#N also needs to improve #h graph work skills. #H needs to be more accurate when drawing graphs as well as being able to comment on the patterns and relationships that pre-drawn graphs show.

COMMENTS: PLTs Sentences for Strengths
1=#E has demonstrated that #e is willing to work independently, even on more extended and demanding tasks.
2=#E is starting to work more independently, even on more extended and demanding tasks.
3=#N will work with any member of the class and has shown a particular strength in taking the lead on tasks when a number of students are asked to work together. This may be in either a practical activity or more paper based task.
4=#N will work with most members of the class and is starting to take more of a lead on tasks when a number of students are asked to work together.
5=#N has shown a talent for being able to stand up in front of the class and present ideas or work that #e has researched. This is fantastic to see as it is an area that so many students struggle with.
6=#N has shown a real ability to comment on the reliability and validity of other pupils results and investigations. This is a difficult skill to master but is essential for course work.

COMMENTS: Prac work Sentences for Strengths
1=#E has taken to practical work with real enthusiasm. #E has started to follow scientific methods to investigate problems and has shown an ability to use a variety of different pieces of new equipment.
2=#E has shown improvement in #h practical work and has started to follow scientific methods to investigate problems. #E has shown an ability to use a variety of different pieces of new equipment and is starting to take more of a lead in practical tasks.

COMMENTS: Read work through Next Steps Sentences
1=#N now needs to ensure that #e reads #h work through in between lessons and spends time revising. This should ensure that #N's grades improve and that #e is a step closer to attaining #h target grade of a #?.
2=#N now needs to read through all #h written work to ensure that there are no silly mistakes and that #e has included all the correct keywords and terms.
3=#N would benefit from setting some time aside to learn the correct spelling and use of key words and term as this would help #m to improve #h written work and attainment.
4=#N needs to ensure that #e checks all of #h written work through carefully as #e is prone to making the odd silly mistake.

COMMENTS: Sample intro sentence
1=#N has had a mixed term but there are signs of improvement in #h behaviour of late.
2=#N has made steady progress throughout the term.
3=#N has made #SampleRatingList start to the year.

LIST: effortlist
1=much
2=a bit
3=considerably
4=far

LIST: keywordlist
1=an excellent
2=a good
3=an improving

LIST: RatingList
1=an excellent
2=a good
3=an average
4=a disappointing
5=a poor

LIST: SampleChemistryTopics
1=Heating and Cooling
2=Light and Sound
3=Exploring Magnetism
4=Changing Earth

LIST: SampleRatingList
1=an excellent
2=a good
3=an average
4=a disappointing
5=a poor

LIST: topiclist
1=Particles
2=Elements
3=Space
4=Forces
5=Electricity and Magnetism
6=Energy
7=Cells
8=Reproduction



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