Tutorials & Guides
Quick video tutorials to get started. New to Marksmith Pro? Download the free version and follow along.
Feature Walkthroughs
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A quick overview of Marksmith Pro — what it does, how it's structured, and what to expect when you open it for the first time.
See what the student-facing PDF looks like and how mark scheme feedback is presented to pupils.
How to export your class data, share mark schemes with colleagues, and bring work back in from another device.
Setting up print layouts and generating class outputs ready to hand back or file.
Mark on your phone using the same mark schemes and comment banks. Export from desktop, open on Android, sync marks back.
Four Steps
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Pick a Template
Start with a department mark scheme or create your own. Reuse across classes.
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Select Descriptors
Click through your class list and select the appropriate level for each student.
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Export Feedback
Generate PDFs or print layouts. Each student gets mark scheme-based feedback.
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Share & Archive
Attach to your MIS, share on your VLE, or print.
Key Features
Click-Based Selection
Choose descriptors by clicking. No typing long comments for every student.
Visual Mark Scheme Bands
Apply consistent criteria across all students using clear mark scheme levels.
Optional Written Feedback
Add short, personalized comments when needed.
Professional Outputs
Generate clean PDFs or print layouts.
Why Mark Schemes at KS3?
Using KS4-style mark schemes earlier helps students:
- See what good work looks like with specific language
- Reflect against concrete success criteria
- Build independence without repeated explanations
- Understand assessment expectations before exams
Built by a Teacher
Marksmith Pro started while teaching full-time. After my department found it useful, I refined it into a professional tool. The goal: save time without adding complexity.
Ready to Try It?
Download the free version and see if it fits your workflow. Want to remove the label? Get a £15 lifetime license.