As our school has grown, Connecting Steps has helped us maintain a consistent assessment approach. We can accurately baseline each learner and set personalised targets that reflect their individual starting points and needs.
Author Archives: Nicola Davies
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Oct
Oct
Here’s a quick summary of what’s new – all the latest updates from B Squared on recognising and celebrating different types of progress.
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Oct
Oct
In episode 2, Dale and Jon explain why there is more than one type of progress for pupils with SEND, from linear and non-linear progress to engagement and achievement, and which report to use when.
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Oct
Oct
Schools using Connecting Steps can now track progress in Developing the Young Workforce and Skills for Learning, Life and Work, with two new free assessment frameworks for schools in Scotland.
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Sep
Sep
We’ve launched B Squared Unlocked, a new podcast hosted by Dale Pickles and Jon Twycross to help schools get more from Connecting Steps and Evisense. Find out why we created it and listen to episode 1.
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Sep
Sep
In our very first episode, Dale and Jon talk through starting the year right, including baselining, setting up classes, managing students and users, and what to do if you’ve forgotten your password after the summer.
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Sep
Sep
Here’s a quick summary of what’s new – all the latest updates from B Squared for starting the school year on the right track.
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Sep
Sep
Expert training to help your school prepare for the SEND reforms, with new SENDcast Sessions from Ginny Bootman, Victoria Bagnall and Sara Alston – plus a FREE SEND Briefing with Natalie Packer.
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Sep
Sep
Connecting Steps has given our teaching staff the confidence to accurately track children’s data and use it to inform future planning. This has led to a more accurate knowledge of our pupils’ strengths and difficulties, more precise teaching and better outcomes for children with SEND.
09
Sep
Sep
The government has new RSE and Health guidance for September 2026. Our PSHE assessment content in Connecting Steps has already been rewritten to match – at no extra cost to your school.