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What is the primary focus of the Spelling assessment in KS2 SATs?
What is the primary focus of the Spelling assessment in KS2 SATs?
What type of words are included in the Spelling assessment?
What type of words are included in the Spelling assessment?
What is a suggested strategy for pupils to improve their spelling?
What is a suggested strategy for pupils to improve their spelling?
How many sentences or phrases are included in the Spelling assessment?
How many sentences or phrases are included in the Spelling assessment?
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What is a phonics-based approach to spelling?
What is a phonics-based approach to spelling?
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What is an important skill to reinforce in pupils to improve their spelling?
What is an important skill to reinforce in pupils to improve their spelling?
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The Spelling test is a separate ______ in the KS2 SATs
The Spelling test is a separate ______ in the KS2 SATs
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Words are chosen from the ______ and 6 curriculum
Words are chosen from the ______ and 6 curriculum
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Pupils are not allowed to use ______ or other resources during the test
Pupils are not allowed to use ______ or other resources during the test
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The test is usually taken in the ______, and lasts around 15 minutes
The test is usually taken in the ______, and lasts around 15 minutes
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Each word is marked as ______ or incorrect
Each word is marked as ______ or incorrect
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The results are used to inform ______ and learning
The results are used to inform ______ and learning
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Study Notes
KS2 SATs: Spelling
What is Spelling in KS2 SATs?
- A compulsory part of the KS2 SATs in England
- Assesses pupils' ability to spell correctly
Format:
- 20 short sentences or phrases
- 20 words to be spelled correctly
- Pupils write the correct spelling of each word
Word Types:
- Common exception words (e.g., "accommodate", "separate")
- High-frequency words (e.g., "beautiful", "communication")
- Words with prefixes and suffixes (e.g., "unhappy", "happiness")
Spelling Strategies:
- Phonics-based approaches (e.g., sounding out words, blending sounds)
- Visual memory strategies (e.g., picturing the word)
- Mnemonic devices (e.g., acronyms, rhymes)
Assessment Criteria:
- Pupils' ability to spell words correctly
- Accuracy and consistency in spelling
- Use of phonics and spelling strategies
Preparation Tips:
- Practice spelling high-frequency words and common exception words
- Encourage pupils to read widely to improve vocabulary and spelling
- Teach and reinforce phonics skills and strategies
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Assess your knowledge of the KS2 SATs Spelling test format, word types, strategies, and assessment criteria. Prepare for the test with our practice questions and tips!
