Welcome to Year 6
Year 6 is an exciting, rewarding and memorable year. As the oldest pupils in the school, children take on new responsibilities, develop greater independence and prepare for the transition to secondary school. Throughout the year, we aim to provide a supportive, engaging and challenging learning environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.
For Our Year 6 Pupils
This page is here to support you throughout your final year at primary school. You will find useful links to websites and online resources that will help you practise key skills, revisit learning from class and build your confidence across different subjects. There is also information and guidance to support your wellbeing, helping you stay happy, healthy and ready to do your very best both in and out of the classroom.
For Parents and Carers
This page contains helpful information about the Year 6 curriculum, end-of-key-stage assessments (SATs) and the transition to secondary school. You will also find guidance, key dates and resources to help you support your child during this important year. We look forward to working in partnership with you to ensure your child enjoys a successful and positive final year at primary school.
For Our Year 6 Pupils
What Should I Read in Year 6?
Reading is one of the most important skills you can develop in Year 6. Reading regularly helps to build vocabulary, improve comprehension and inspire your own writing. Whether you enjoy action, mystery, fantasy, humour or non-fiction, there is a book out there for everyone.
Try to read a little every day and challenge yourself to explore different authors and genres. Ask your teacher, librarian, friends or family members for recommendations, and don't be afraid to try something new.
You might also enjoy exploring book lists designed specifically for children your age:
Remember, the more you read, the more confident and successful you will become across all areas of learning.
How Can I Practise Maths at Home?
Practising maths little and often is a great way to build confidence and improve your skills. Spending just 10 to 15 minutes a day revisiting maths can make a big difference over time.
There are lots of fun and engaging ways to practise at home, including online games, problem-solving challenges and interactive activities. We recommend:
- MyMaths for lessons, homework and interactive practice activities.
- Times Tables Rock Stars to improve multiplication fluency and speed.
- Oak National Academy for free maths lessons, videos and practice activities that revisit key learning.
- Topmarks for fun maths games that help reinforce classroom learning.
- BBC Bitesize for revision activities, videos and quizzes.
Remember to keep practising your times tables, number facts and mental maths skills throughout the year.
How Can I Improve My SPaG Skills at Home?
SPaG stands for Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar, and it plays an important role in both reading and writing.
One of the best ways to improve your SPaG skills is through regular reading. As you read, pay attention to how authors use punctuation, sentence structure and vocabulary. This can help improve your own writing.
You can also use online resources to support your learning:
- Spelling Shed to practise weekly spellings through engaging games and activities.
- Oak National Academy for grammar, punctuation and spelling lessons that reinforce classroom learning.
- BBC Bitesize for grammar, punctuation and spelling activities.
- Englicious for explanations and practice activities.
- Your school homework and classroom resources to reinforce key learning.
Keep practising the grammar terminology you learn in class and challenge yourself to use a wide range of sentence structures in your writing.
Spelling Success in Year 6
As a Year 6 pupil, you will continue learning statutory spelling words and a variety of spelling rules and patterns. Becoming a confident speller takes time, practice and perseverance.
To improve your spelling:
- Practise your weekly spelling words regularly using Spelling Shed.
- Read a wide range of books and texts.
- Look for spelling patterns and word families.
- Use dictionaries and thesauruses when writing.
- Apply new words in your everyday writing.
- Revisit spelling lessons and activities through Oak National Academy.
Making spelling practice part of your daily routine will help you become a more accurate and confident writer.
For Parents and Carers
Supporting Your Child in Year 6
Year 6 is an important and exciting year, and parental support can make a real difference to children's confidence, wellbeing and progress.
You can support your child by encouraging regular reading, helping them to complete homework on time, celebrating their achievements and maintaining open conversations about school.
Remember that every child develops at their own pace. Encouragement, praise and reassurance are often just as valuable as extra revision.
Supporting Your Child's Wellbeing
As children prepare for SATs and the move to secondary school, it is natural for some to experience worries or uncertainty.
Encourage your child to talk openly about any concerns they may have. Maintaining routines, ensuring they get enough sleep and making time for family activities can all support positive wellbeing.
If you have concerns about your child's emotional wellbeing, please speak to a member of the school team. We are here to help.
You can also find out more about Fred, our school wellbeing dog, who plays an important role in supporting children across the academy.
Preparing for Secondary School
The transition to secondary school is an exciting milestone. Alongside academic preparation, children benefit from developing independence and organisational skills.
Simple ways to prepare include encouraging your child to organise their belongings, manage deadlines, take responsibility for homework and discuss any questions they may have about moving schools.
Secondary schools usually provide transition opportunities and information to help children feel confident and prepared for the move.
How Can I Help My Child with SATs?
SATs are designed to assess what children have learned throughout primary school. The best preparation is regular attendance, consistent effort and a positive attitude towards learning.
Avoid creating unnecessary pressure. Short periods of focused revision, regular reading and practising key skills are often more effective than long revision sessions.
Please remember that SATs are only one measure of a child's progress and do not define their abilities, potential or future success.
Attendance Matters
Good attendance helps children make the most of their learning opportunities and feel confident as they prepare for SATs and secondary school.
Please ensure your child attends school every day wherever possible and arrives on time, ready to learn.
Useful Resources for Parents
- Cheshire East School Admissions information and application guidance.
- TheSchoolRun Year 6 and SATs guides.
- Oak National Academy learning resources.
- BBC Bitesize KS2 revision materials.
- Childline and NSPCC wellbeing resources.