SEL Assessment Tools
Printable resources to measure and track social-emotional learning growth
Social-Emotional Learning Assessment is a research-informed approach that measures student growth across five core competencies defined by the CASEL framework. It provides teachers with actionable insights to understand where each student is thriving and where they may need additional support.
These printable tools are designed to be administered three times per year -- at the start (baseline), middle (progress), and end (impact) -- creating a longitudinal picture of each student's emotional development.
The 5 CASEL Competencies
Self-Awareness
Recognising emotions, personal strengths, and confidence
5 items per assessment
Self-Management
Impulse control, stress management, and goal-setting
5 items per assessment
Social Awareness
Empathy, perspective-taking, and respect for others
5 items per assessment
Relationship Skills
Communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution
5 items per assessment
Responsible Decision-Making
Identifying problems, evaluating consequences, and ethical reasoning
5 items per assessment
Assessment Tracks
Students respond to statements using a visual scale. Designed for independent completion in 10-15 minutes.
- Visual scale responses (no reading difficulty)
- Clear, simple language
- Printable format for offline use
Teachers rate observation statements per student based on classroom behaviour. Completed by the teacher, not the child.
- Teacher-friendly language and phrasing
- Frequency-based scale (Rarely to Consistently)
- Can be completed over multiple sessions
Printable Assessment Tools
Paper-based tools for evidence folders, parent meetings, and inspection readiness. All tools are completed offline -- no student data is stored on this website.
Observation Checklists
One per lesson -- 4 focus areas with a N/S/O/C rating scale. Print and complete during or after each lesson.
Pupil Self-Assessment
Baseline and end-of-unit self-rating sheets. Two age tracks: younger (4-7) and older (8-12) with visual scales.
Progress Reports
Printable individual student report template with competency scores, growth indicators, and recommendation sections.