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Year 6 is the final chapter of your child\u2019s primary school journey. It marks the end of Key Stage 2<\/a> and brings together everything they\u2019ve learned over the years. This is a time when many children start showing more independence, maturity, and confidence in their learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also a year of preparation. As they get ready to move on to secondary school, Year 6 helps them build the skills they\u2019ll need for a smooth transition, both academically and emotionally. Alongside new challenges like SATs and secondary school applications, your child will also have plenty of opportunities to reflect on how far they\u2019ve come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, we\u2019ll walk you through what to expect in Year 6, from the subjects your child will study, to SATs, to tips on supporting learning at home. Whether you’re looking ahead to the year or already in the middle of it, this guide is here to help you support your child every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Year 6 Curriculum: What Your Child Will Learn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Year 6, your child will build on everything they’ve learned so far, with lessons that prepare them for secondary school and give them the confidence to work more independently. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, helping them grow academically, socially, and creatively.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Year 6 – English<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Children will read and analyse a variety of texts, including fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. They’ll work on answering questions with evidence, exploring language choices, and understanding deeper meanings. In writing, there\u2019s a focus on planning and creating longer pieces, like stories, reports, and persuasive texts. Grammar, punctuation, and spelling are also key, with regular practise to help children write with accuracy and clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Year 6 – Maths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Year 6 maths includes both revision and new concepts. Children work on learning arithmetic skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They\u2019ll explore more complex areas too, such as fractions, percentages, algebra, and geometry. They\u2019ll also learn how to interpret data in charts and graphs making links to real-life situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Year 6 – Science<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In science, children continue learning about biology, physics, and chemistry topics. This includes areas like electricity, light, forces, and the human body. They\u2019ll plan and carry out experiments, make observations, and record results using the scientific method. It\u2019s all about developing curiosity and building confidence in investigating how things work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foundation Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Year 6 also includes a wide range of foundation subjects: history, geography, art, music, computing, physical education (PE), and religious education (RE). These subjects help children develop creativity, cultural understanding, and physical health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Altogether, the Year 6 curriculum aims to prepare children for what\u2019s next, giving them a well-rounded education and the skills to thrive in secondary school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparing for Key Stage 2 SATs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Towards the end of Year 6, your child will sit their Key Stage 2 SATs (Standard Assessment Tests).<\/a> These are national assessments that check how well pupils have understood the key parts of the primary curriculum before moving on to secondary school. The results are shared with parents and secondary schools, but they don\u2019t determine whether a child can move up a year. The SATs focus on three main areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n