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Practical strategies, trusted advice, and time-saving resources for KS2 SATs. Find everything from year 6 revision timetables and analysis of SATs past papers to classroom techniques and wellbeing support for teachers and pupils.

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Year 6 spelling mishaps: The top 20 misspelled words and how to fix them

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Text image showing two corrected spellings: "accommodate" and "privilege," titled "The 20 spellings Y6 struggle with the most."

Year 6 spelling mishaps: The top 20 misspelled words and how to fix them

Data reveals the 20 spellings year 6 pupils struggle with most, from 'accommodate' to 'relevant'. Get the misconceptions and classroom-ready strategies.
Teacher wellbeing during SATs: how to manage exam stress, from Charlie Burley, The Teachers' Health Coach

Teacher wellbeing during SATs: How to manage exam stress

Charlie Burley, AKA The Teachers’ Health Coach, shares practical strategies to manage exam stress, set boundaries and overcome “teacher trudge.”
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Teaching in a mixed year 5/6 class: A teacher's practical guide

Sophie Bartlett shares some practical tips for teaching mixed year group classes in KS2, with strategies for maths, English and SATs prep in Year 5/6 settings.
Two pupils excitedly hold a Spill the Beans on SATs booklet surrounded by spilled beans and cans in a kitchen setting.

Spilling the beans on SATs: How LbQ is busting myths and helping to make SATs stress-free

Download the 2026 edition of Spill the Beans on SATs: free expert advice, wellbeing tips from NHS Togetherness, and interactive resources for year 6 families.
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KS2 SATs 2026 spelling predictions: Sophie Bartlett's analysis

Sophie Bartlett's KS2 SATs 2026 spelling predictions: top domains, words to watch, and fun guesses. Plus, what 2025's paper revealed.

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7 tips for SATs reading paper success: KS2 teacher strategies

Master the KS2 SATs reading paper with 7 proven tips: from vocabulary building to 3-mark questions. Get practical classroom strategies and download free resources.
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9 fun ways to explore KS2 angles in the classroom

Sophie Bartlett explores nine fun, hands-on ways to teach KS2 angles with activities using tape, K'NEX, art, and more to help pupils enjoy learning angles.
KS2 writing moderation: last minute tips

Last-minute tips for KS2 writing moderation

Year 5/6 teacher, Sophie Bartlett, shares her thoughts, tips, and experiences ahead of the KS2 writing moderation.

Parents’ guide to KS2 SATs: What to expect and how to help

Your parent’s guide to KS2 SATs 2026, sharing paper breakdowns for maths and English, what to revise and when and wellbeing tips to support your child at home.
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Supporting SEND pupils through SATs: A wellbeing-focused guide for year 6 teachers

SEN specialist Claire Walley shares 5 practical strategies to protect wellbeing & confidence for SEND pupils in KS2 SATs.
When to use past KS2 SATs papers in year 6.

When to use past KS2 SATs papers in year 6

Sophie Bartlett’s practical guide to using past KS2 SATs papers in year 6: when to assess, which papers to use, and how to avoid testing untaught content.
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SATs access arrangements: a clear guide for schools

Understand the key access arrangements for SATs: extra time, readers, scribes, evidence-based advice & practical tips for year 6 and schools.