SAM Learning

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SAM Learning is an online subscription-based revision service for the UK curriculum with over 1 million users. It was founded in 1994[1]. It covers SATs at Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, GCSE and A level revision activities. It is registered in England No 2826785. There are 90 LEA partners and other sponsors supporting the use of SAM Learning services in 60% of English state secondary schools and since the launch of SAM Learning Primary in 2005, over 1000 new primary schools.[2]

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[edit] Services

SAM Learning Primary Recently re-launched and designed with young users in mind. Provides practice and revision for SATs at Key Stage 2, transitional materials for Yr 6 pupils following SATs, Key Stage 3 content for middle schools and extension resources.

SAM Learning Secondary The core SAM Learning service provides test practice and revision for Key Stage 3 SATs, GCSE and A level. SAM Learning Secondary is the market leader with 60% of all English state secondary schools as subscribers.

SAM Learning PLUS Launched in 2006, provides user schools with additional assessment facilities and reporting to help embed SAM Learning Secondary within the school development plan and strategies to support improvements in pupil attainment.

SAM Learning Ltd offers 50 online courses for SATs and GCSE that have been proven to raise achievement in schools. Courses are written by experienced subject teachers and examiners who help learners to understand what examiners are looking for in answers to exam questions. Learners receive instant feedback and marks giving them the opportunity to identify strengths and areas for improvement and revision targets before the exams.

[edit] Awards and Recognition

The company has won several awards, including:

  • BETT Awards 2007 (Category: Supporting Institutional Leadership and School Management)
  • Education Resource Awards 2006 (Category: Supplier Of The Year)

[edit] External Links

SAM Learning homepage

[edit] References

  1. ^ http://www.samlearning.com/aboutus/corporate.html
  2. ^ http://www.samlearning.com/aboutus/corporate.html
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