KS2 SATs guidance & resources
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.
Sophie B’s 2026 SATs results analysis
Sophie B delivers the ultimate 2026 KS2 SATs breakdown. Unpack the lowest-ever 'pass' thresholds and key content domains to prioritise for 2027. Plus, the comforting reality check every year 6 teacher needs.
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Teaching long division method in year 6 with Sophie Bartlett
Sophie Bartlett takes you through teaching the long division method for year 6 and shares some of her top tips of how to engage pupils.
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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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Parents’ guide to KS2 SATs: What to expect and how to help
Your parent’s guide to KS2 SATs 2027, 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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Sophie B’s 2026 SATs results analysis
Sophie B delivers the ultimate 2026 KS2 SATs breakdown. Unpack the lowest-ever 'pass' thresholds and key content domains to prioritise for 2027. Plus, the comforting reality check every year 6 teacher needs.
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KS2 Reading SATs papers 2026: analysis from Sophie Bartlett
Sophie Bartlett returns with her KS2 SATs reading paper analysis for 2026. She explores: word count, the trickiest questions, inference overload and sneaky wording.
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KS2 Maths SATs papers 2026: analysis from Sophie Bartlett
Sophie Bartlett’s maths SATs analysis for 2026 is here. She covers the trickiest questions, complex 1-mark processes, teacher response and dominant domains.
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KS2 GPS SATs papers 2026: analysis from Sophie Bartlett
Sophie Bartlett is back for 2026 with her analysis of the GPS papers. She looks at: the immediate teacher response, her spelling predictions and content domain weighting for 2026
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How to prepare for KS2 writing moderation
Prepare Y6 for KS2 writing moderation with expert advice. Learn what moderators look for, how to evidence writing, and feel confident.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Teacher-approved KS2 SATs revision timetable: 2-week plan and strategies
Nab a proven KS2 SATs revision timetable used in mixed Year 5/6 classes. Get engaging strategies like 'Mark my paper' and practical advice to share with parents. Reduce stress, target gaps.
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KS2 SATs: 10 most common SATs maths mistakes and how to fix them
We spoke to Darryl, an experienced Y6 teacher, about the 10 most common SATs maths mistakes and how to fix them, in preparation for the year 6 SATs.
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KS2 SATs: The 5 most common grammar mistakes
Discover the five most common year 6 grammar mistakes and how to fix them. Boost children’s confidence and SATs results ahead of the year 6 GPS/ SPaG test.
