Parent reports for our recent CEMs tests can be found in student folders that have been shared… Go to Google Drive and search “Documents”

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CEM tests are taken in PYP 2, 4, 6, and 8, as well as MYP 1–5. They give an external view of certain skills but are not directly linked to the school curriculum.

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In MYP, the tests are short (about an hour on a computer) and easy for students to complete.

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CEM has collected data from hundreds of thousands of students over the years to help predict future grades. However, a low score in one area doesn’t always mean a child is struggling in that subject. For example, a low vocabulary score does not necessarily mean a weakness in English.

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These tests are just one part of a bigger picture. It’s important to also consider:
✔ School exams
✔ Mock tests
✔ Teachers’ assessments

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Together, these provide a fuller understanding of your child’s progress.

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Understanding CEM Results

CEM tests give us extra insight into student learning. They don’t always provide all the answers, but they help us explore progress in different ways.

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• Report grades are the school’s official results.

• CEM results offer an additional snapshot of student progress.  These results do not impact the report grades.

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What This Means for Parents:

📌 Track your child’s progress over time.
📌 If CEM scores are lower than report grades, there’s no need to worry—grades reflect overall learning.
📌 If CEM scores are higher than report grades, we may look into it further.
 

What This Means for the School:

📌 Helps us spot trends across year groups.
📌 Guides future improvements in learning.
📌 Adds another piece to the puzzle of each student’s progress.

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As we gather more results, we’ll have an even clearer picture. Expect more insights next year!

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For more information, check out ABC’s of CEM.​

 

Please look at these FAQs…

 

What Do CEM Results Show?

CEM tests focus on specific skills:
✔ Vocabulary – Understanding synonyms (word meanings).
✔ Maths – Quick recall of basic math facts (no calculator).
✔ Non-Verbal – Problem-solving with visual puzzles (similar to an IQ test).

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These results are just one piece of your child’s learning journey and should be considered alongside school assessments.

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Should I Be Concerned About the Results?

Remember: CEM results are just a snapshot and usually confirm what we already know. Report grades are the official results.

📩 Questions? Contact Mr. Benzie at david.benzie@stfrancis.com.br.

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More About CEM Tests

📌 How many students are CEM tests based on?
Over 600,000 students in the last five years.

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📌 What is Non-Verbal ability?
It measures problem-solving and reasoning using visual puzzles.

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📌 Why isn’t Science tested?
CEM focuses on core skills that help predict success in all subjects, including Science—so specific Science tests aren’t needed.

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You may find more detailed information from our Parent Coffee that was done in November 2023