Welcome back to the Target Tracker Newsletter! We hope you're having a fantastic Spring Term. As always, we like to keep our customers updated with what’s happening, so in this edition, we’ve got some exciting updates, important deadlines, and opportunities you won't want to miss.

Sonar Upgrade 

As you may know, our new fully-online assessment tool, Sonar, is now available and we are upgrading Target Tracker customers to Sonar every month. Sonar links to your school management system (MIS) and we can move your summative, test and statutory data from Target Tracker. 

You can watch a short video introducing Sonar here: 

Sonar Tracker Customer Overview Jan24 (wistia.com) 

If you are happy where you are, there is no need to rush: you can continue using Target Tracker as normal until Summer 2025, if you wish. But why wait?  

There is no cost to moving to Sonar and we’d love to discuss upgrading with you. Please email us at csschool@junipereducation.org to set up a Sonar demo and learn about all the new features and benefits you can start enjoying today. 

Curriculum coverage and gap analysis 

As we approach the end of Spring Term, it is likely that you’ll be considering which children are on track to achieve end of year or end of Key Stage Standards. If your teachers are using formative assessment (statements) in Target Tracker, there are valuable tools to give see where the gaps in knowledge are for each class or cohort, and to show teachers which elements of the curriculum are still to be covered. 

This help page will show you how:  

Spotting Gaps in Learning in Target Tracker – Target Tracker (junipereducation.org) 

Benchmark deadline 

The Spring End Juniper Benchmark Report is due out shortly after the Easter holidays.  

In order for assessments to be included in the reports, they must be added into Target Tracker by Friday 5th April at 5pm. Any data added after that date will not be included and reports cannot be re-run, so please share this date with staff. 

The Spring 2 Benchmark Report is the first of the next batch of three termly reports. The cost for the next three reports has been reduced to just £65 (ex VAT) and we will be sending an invoice in March. If you opted out of receiving these reports last year, you won’t be included, but if you have changed your mind, please let us know by Thursday 28th March by emailing us at csschool@junipereducation.org. 

If you haven’t seen these fantastic reports before, they compare your own school’s assessment data (including year groups and context groups) to local and national averages. You can see an example report here. 

Championing Mental Health and Well-being in Schools with Juniper's CPD Programme

In recognition of Children's Mental Health Week, Juniper Education underscores its commitment to fostering safe, nurturing school environments. Our CPD programme focuses on essential safeguarding, well-being, and learning pillars to ensure staff and pupil success. Dive into our comprehensive resources and training designed to empower educators to address mental health challenges effectively.

Discover more about Juniper's CPD Programme and join us in creating positive educational spaces. Or contact classroomsolutions@junipereducation.org for more information.

Elevate Parental Engagement with MarvellousMe

Enhance the home-school connection with MarvellousMe, the tool that revolutionises parent-teacher communication. You can significantly improve your pupils' educational and behavioural outcomes by actively engaging parents. MarvellousMe offers an effortless solution for teachers to share updates and achievements, fostering a stronger, collaborative partnership in each child's educational journey.

Explore MarvellousMe and transform the way you connect with parents.

Or contact classroomsolutions@junipereducation.org for more information.

Juniper Customer Roadshow - Spring Edition (19th & 20th March)

Join our Spring Roadshow for an engaging experience suitable for all Juniper customers. This free, wellbeing-themed event offers insights into multiple Juniper services. Key topics include staff mental health, student wellbeing, the impact of reading aloud on mental health, engagement levels in Early Years, and our comprehensive Wellbeing CPD offering.

Easy registration in just a few clicks: Book Now

School Assessment Leader Updates (6th March, 1:30 pm)

Essential for assessment leaders, this update covers vital topics such as EYFS profile completion for SEND pupils, Year 2 assessments, revised national and regional statistics, access arrangements, and internal moderation techniques for KS1 and KS2 writing. A perfect blend of information and practical guidance for your role.

Secure your spot: Register Here.

Safeguarding Meets with Maria (10th May & 21st June, 11 am) 

These free sessions provide vital statutory updates and a glimpse into our CPD offerings. Topics include Prevent and Attendance Updates, Child Sexual Abuse focus, Child Mental Health Survey in Early Years, and more. A fantastic opportunity to stay updated and lead on safeguarding matters.

Join us on the journey: Attend Here.

Kind regards,

Juniper Education

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