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Connecting Steps

Connecting Steps

Connecting Steps

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What is Connecting Steps?

Connecting Steps is a comprehensive assessment tool designed specifically for educators to track and monitor student progress across various developmental areas. It provides a structured framework for assessing students, including those with special needs, allowing teachers to document small steps of achievement that might not be captured by standard assessment methods. Connecting Steps offers detailed assessment criteria aligned with educational standards, enabling educators to identify gaps in learning and plan targeted interventions. The system is particularly valuable for students working below age-related expectations, as it helps demonstrate meaningful progress that might otherwise go unrecognised.

The key capabilities of Connecting Steps include its ability to generate detailed reports showing student progress over time, which can be shared with parents, administrators, and inspection bodies. The assessment framework breaks down learning into manageable steps, making it easier for teachers to identify appropriate next targets for each student. Connecting Steps supports evidence-based assessment practices, allowing teachers to link observations, work samples, and notes directly to specific assessment points. The system helps schools demonstrate the impact of their teaching approaches and interventions, providing data that can inform curriculum planning and resource allocation. Additionally, it supports a holistic view of student development across academic, social, emotional, and physical domains.

In typical school implementations, Connecting Steps is integrated into the regular assessment cycle, with teachers conducting periodic assessments of students using the platform's structured frameworks. Schools often begin by identifying students who would benefit most from this detailed assessment approach, usually those with special educational needs or those working significantly below age-related expectations. Teachers receive training on using the assessment criteria consistently, ensuring reliability across different classrooms and year groups. The assessment data becomes part of regular pupil progress meetings, helping teams make informed decisions about interventions and support strategies.

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Age Range
0-4, 5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-18, 19+

Features
Pupil ProgressProgress TrackerAssessmentAiSmall Steps Of ProgressTeacher Assessment Tool

Languages
English

Accessibility
Moderate features

Policies
Terms of Service
Privacy Policy
GDPR

Requirements
Internet - Low Bandwidth
Internet - High Bandwidth
Desktop - Mac
Desktop - Windows
Desktop - Chromebook
Desktop - Linux

Set Up

From signing the terms and conditions schools are typically using Connecting Steps in a week with training provided. Times vary dependent on training sessions, number of stakeholders and pupils.


Training
In Person
Live Online
Webinars
Documentation
Videos

We have a large library of resources available to ensure customers have access to training around every point of our software.


Support
Email
FAQs/Forum
Knowledge Base
Phone Support

Customers have the option to book a free 15 min support session at a time convenient to them as many times is necessary.


Home Learning

School must create the account.

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Pricing Plans

Paid Subscription

Connecting Steps pricing starts from £645 / year

Costs vary depending on number of pupils and any additional frameworks purchased. From year 2 of the paid subscription costs reduce to an annual license cost - from £215 per year.

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