STATUTORY TESTING AND SCEENING
Click Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 test dates to find out information about testing
KS1 Phonics Screening - Week Commencing 9th June - 13th June 2025
The phonics screening check is taken individually by all children in Year 1 in England, and is usually taken in June. It is designed to give teachers and parents information on how a child is progressing in phonics. It will help to identify whether a child needs additional support at this stage so that they do not fall behind in this vital early reading skill.
Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) - 2nd June - 13th June 2025
The purpose of the check is to determine whether pupils can fluently recall their times tables up to 12, which is essential for future success in mathematics. It will also help the teachers to identify pupils who may need additional support.
The MTC is an on-screen check consisting of 25 times table questions. Children will answer 3 practice questions before moving on to the official check, and will then have 6 seconds to answer each question. On average, the check should take no longer than 5 minutes to complete.
Key Stage 2 Tests - Year 6 - 12th May - 15th May 2025
The key stage 2 tests will be taken on set dates below:
|
Date |
Subject |
Test Paper |
|
Monday 12th May |
English: Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling |
2 Papers |
|
Tuesday 13th May |
English: Reading |
1 Paper |
|
Wednesday 14th May |
Mathematics |
2 Papers: Arithmetic; Mathematical Reasoning |
|
Thursday 15th May |
Mathematics |
1 Paper: Mathematical Reasoning |
How will Key Stage 2 SATs be marked?
Children will be given standardised scores. You will be given your child’s score, alongside the average for their school, the local area and nationally.
If you are a parent or carer, we hope you will find the information and web links below useful.
- DirectGov The latest and widest range of public service information from the UK government.
- Think you know Great advice to keep children safe whilst using the internet.
- Department for Education Articles and advice for children and young people.
- Talking Point The first stop for information on children’s communication
USEFUL RESOURCES
https://www.teacherstoyourhome.com/uk/blog/key-stage-2-sats-a-guide-for-parents
Other links below:
Maths
10 minutes for 10 days and answers
https://myminimaths.co.uk/year-6-arithmetic-practice-papers/
https://www.maths4everyone.com/resources/sats-questions.html (Targeted Revision)
Reading
Please ensure your child is reading aloud to you regularly.
10 minutes for 10 days and answers
SPaG
Please ensure your child is completing their weekly home learning.
Click here for Year 3 and 4 statutory word list.
Click here for Year 5 and 6 statutory word list.
DfE Parent Guide to SATS:
