Quick Assessment Recording Sheet
A one-page recording sheet for quick formative assessments — phonics, number, fine motor, name writing. Use as a snapshot every half-term.
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Page count: 9. Print-ready PDF — letter / A4 friendly. Click image to see all pages.
Learning objective
Track key EYFS skills with a simple, repeatable assessment format.
About this resource
- Subject: EYFS & Early Years
- Type: Template
- Grade levels: Pre-Kindergarten (ages 3-4, ≈ Nursery), Kindergarten (ages 4-6, ≈ Reception / Y1)
- Pages: 9
- Date added: 2026-09-12
- Credit: Qualified primary teacher
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