Cognitive Ability
Tests
Y7 September 2013
CATS 4
 These tests focus on each individual student’s style of learning.
 Taking these tests on entry to the school allows us to assess the student’s
learning and to place them appropriately in sets for some subjects.
 They allow us to identify ‘gifted’ students – We now able to identify those with
high levels of spatial as well as verbal and numerical ability.
 CATs tests are part of a national framework which correlates with curriculum Key
Stages.
 3 out of the 4 parts of CATs4 are not dependent on language so students with
any level of English can be assessed.
 CATs are for students with a reading age from age 7 years 6 months to 17 years 11
months and the same test format is used throughout.
 The results support all aspects of teaching and learning and are used as a
reference point for teachers when planning and setting targets.
CAT 4 STRUCTURE
There are now 4 parts to the test.
Verbal
Quantitative
Verbal Classification
Number Analogies
Verbal Analogies
Number Series
Non Verbal
Spatial
Figure Classification
Figure Analysis
Figure Matrices
Figure Recognition
Any questions?
Advice for parents on the old three test style CATs:
http://www.theschoolrun.com/year-7-cats-what-every-parent-needs-know
Please contact Ms Vicki Ransome, Assistant Head Teacher for any other queries.
vransome@eccoschool.com