Officially Unofficial MTC: Autumn, Spring and Summer Editions.

As part of our MTC 2024-2025 package, we're continuing with the facility for you to carry out three mock MTCs in semi-test conditions. That's one OUMTC per term!

If your school wishes to take to enrol, visit the MTC Hub and opt-in via the "OUMTC Setup" tab. You can opt-in from September 2024.

Note: If you are already opted in last year then you do not have to opt in again.

What are OUMTCs?

When are they taking place?

🍂 OUMTC Autumn Edition: The Autumn Edition will kick off the new academic year and can be enabled for pupils to do at any point from (and including) the 30th September- 18th October 2024.

🌷 OUMTC Spring Edition: The Spring Edition can be enabled for pupils to do at any point from (and including) the 13th January to 31st January 2025.

🌞 OUMTC Summer Edition: The Summer Edition can be enabled for pupils to do at any point from (and including) the 28th April to 16th May 2025.

When your pupils are ready, head to MTC Hub > OUMTC Setup > Turn pupil's OUMTC Status to 'On'.

Important device information:

The OUMTC can only be completed on a web browser (on any device). It can not be completed via the TT Rock Stars app.

How it works:

Opt your school in by visiting the MTC Hub.
Click OUMTC Setup and select Enrol My School.
Check the Year 4 student list and unenroll any students who won’t be participating.
Assign access arrangements for eligible student using the toggle.
Once the three-week OUMTC window opens, switch it on for student (individually or in groups) via the OUMTC Setup tab in the MTC Hub.
Students log in, complete three warm-up questions, and then play one full Soundcheck game. Their score contributes to the school's average.
After the OUMTC closes, view your Local Authority’s and national averages in the School Results tab within the MTC Hub

Important: to take part, students must be in Year 4. You can check that students are correctly assigned to their year groups in the Account > Classes area.

Have you taken advantage of the TTRS January 2025 Glow Up?

What is the Glow Up?

If your school has switched on the Glow Up, your students' OUMTC keypad will look different:

*This is the new default view. Students can still choose from a variety of accessibility colour options.

This brings it closer to the real check, which is visible below:

Frequently asked questions

When is the OUMTC?

The OUMTC happens three times a year (autumn, spring and summer). Each time, there is a three week window of time in which your students can complete the OUMTC. You can find out the dates for this year on the MTC Hub home screen in the calendar on the left side. The OUMTC only happens during school time. You can set your school hours here. You are in control and decide when the students can start the OUMTC during the three week window.

How do I enrol my classes onto the OUMTC?

Go to the MTC Hub and visit the OUMTC Setup tab. If your school is not enrolled, you will need to click Enrol my school. Next, check if the correct students are shown on the “Enrolled pupils” list and add/unenrol students if necessary. They must be in Year 4 to take part.

Once my classes are enrolled, how do I turn the OUMTC on?

Go to the OUMTC Setup tab in the MTC Hub and click "Enrol my school" if not already enrolled. Check that your Year 4 students are listed correctly; add/remove as needed. Once the OUMTC is open, switch the toggle to "ON" for your class or individual students. They just need to log in and follow the steps!

Can my class complete their OUMTC on the app?

To mimic the real MTC, the OUMTC can only be completed through the browser version. It is not available through the app.

What if my school doesn’t want to take part?

No problem - the OUMTC is optional! However, you will not gain access to the national and LEA averages. If you would like to assess your students outside of the OUMTC, you can use Soundcheck.

What happens after a student has completed the OUMTC?

When a student completes the OUMTC they can use the rest of TT Rock Stars as usual. You'll be able to view their results as they come into the Results tab of the MTC Hub (only visible once you opt in). Initially only your own school’s pupils’ results will be visible to you. From the first Monday after the OUMTC ends, you'll also be able to view your school average score, the national and the local authority average.

When can I see my students’ results?

You and your colleagues can see the pupil results immediately after they complete their OUMTC. From the first Monday after the OUMTC closes, you will be able to see LEA and national averages

Who can see what data?

Pupils can see their score in their usual Soundcheck history. You and your colleagues can see the pupil results immediately after they complete their OUMTC. From the first Monday after the OUMTC closes, you will be able to see LEA and national averages. Your local authority and the Department of Education cannot see any of the data, nor will it be shared with them. So it’s just you and your colleagues who can see your school’s results.

So other schools can’t see what we got?

No. In no way can another school see what another school got.

Will it be stressful for the students?

Not at all! It’s just a few practice questions then one Soundcheck game. There are things you can do to minimise their anxiety, principally not to overstate the importance. This isn’t a high stakes test for them or for you so in your messaging to parents/carers and students, keep it lowkey.

Can my students take the OUMTC more than once?

No. Students only get one attempt at the OUMTC.

Which schools can take part?

To mimic the MTC, only state schools in England can take part.