Assessment and Reporting

Assessment at Damascus College Ballarat will:

• Identify the learning outcomes intended and the criteria used for measuring student progress.
• Focus on the individual, taking into account the dignity, self-worth and uniqueness of each individual.
• Cover a wide range of learning areas and different learning styles that involve a variety of methods of assessment.
• Consist of both formative and summative tasks.

Reporting at Damascus College Ballarat will:

• Enhance future student learning.
• Utilise a variety of methods.
• Take into account the intended audiences - students, parents/guardians and teachers; and where appropriate, other educational institutions and/or employers.
• Provide information about students' progress, participation and attitude in all areas of learning and suggest ways by which further learning may take place.

Written reports are issued to parents/guardians periodically.