Blogs & Updates
Autumn Census Update
September 28 2016
Many of you will now be well underway with your preparations for the Autumn Census, the date for which is next Thursday 6th October 2016.
You will no doubt be aware of the significant data gathering...
SIMS Autumn Census information
September 12 2016
Autumn Census date is Thursday 6th October 2016
As always, it’s important to prepare to ensure that you meet the deadline.
Our documentation will take you through the whole process step-by-step....
Calculations for Pupil Premium 2016-2017
September 08 2016
In order to assist you in understanding the pupil level, pupil premium information provided in CSV format by the DfE, we have provided you with a spreadsheet for download, along with a presentation ...
Exams Performance Measures File version 2
August 23 2016
Capita have released a version 2 of the Performance Measure File for exams information.
This file along with the latest QAN catalogue are important for your reporting of exam results and analysis.
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Getting ready for Exams Results Day
July 13 2016
A new Performance Measures file has just been released by CAPITA.
Schools will need to ensure that they are on the Summer version of SIMS (7.170) before proceeding with the import.
Download the file...
SIMS Summer release is available now
July 06 2016
The SIMS Summer Release is now available and includes several enhancements and new areas of functionality.
We are currently contacting schools to book a time to carry out the upgrade remotely.
Her...
How to add a School Closure in SIMS
June 30 2016
If your school is fully or partially closed due to the proposed teacher strike on Tuesday 5th July 2016, the Y code should be used.
Code Y: Unable to Attend due to Exceptional Circumstances
If a...
New data items required for the Autumn Census
June 17 2016
The DfE have introduced 3 new data items to be collected in the Autumn 2016 Census, they are:
1. Pupil Nationality
To be recorded for: all pupils on roll and pupils that have left since the start of...
SIMS and FMS End of Year Procedures
June 16 2016
As the summer term rolls on, schools will already be preparing for their new intake in September, the changes to classes next year and also the end of term leavers.
When it comes to the procedures...
Top tips for effective exams analysis
June 07 2016
With the busy exam season now upon us analysing your final exam results begins to rank highly on the list of priorities.
This year the emphasis on exam outcomes is somewhat greater with new performan...
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