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The P Scales

This ASE resource includes applications, explanations and schemes of work incorporating the P scales (pre-level one). The P scales are the performance criteria describing attainment up to level one in the National Curriculum.

Using the resource The material can support schemes of work in schools. The TRREACLE section includes an explanation of this mnemonic that will help teachers to understand and remember the steps in the P scales. A break down of the levels for Life processes and Living things, Materials and their properties and Physical processes is included. Expectations of learning outcomes within topics throughout the science curriculum will help teachers pitch their planning and teaching with an appropriate level of challenge.

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