Supporting Your Child Through SATs Week 2025: A Guide for Parents
posted by Megan Tilley, Central AHT (Central Team at Schools for Every Child
As we approach SATs Week 2025, scheduled from Monday 12 May to Thursday 15 May, it's essential to understand what these assessments entail and how you can support your child during this period.
📅 SATs Week 2025 Schedule
The Key Stage 2 (KS2) SATs are standardized assessments taken by Year 6 pupils in England to evaluate their proficiency in English and Mathematics. The schedule for this year's tests is as follows:
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Monday 12 May: English Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling (Papers 1 & 2)
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Tuesday 13 May: English Reading
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Wednesday 14 May: Mathematics Paper 1 (Arithmetic) and Paper 2 (Reasoning
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Thursday 15 May: Mathematics Paper 3 (Reasoning These assessments are designed to gauge your child's understanding and application of key concepts they've learned throughout their primary education
🧠 Understanding the Purpose of SATs
SATs provide valuable insights into your child's academic progress and help identify areas where they may need additional support. The results assist teachers in tailoring instruction to meet each student's needs and ensure a smooth transition to secondary school. It's important to note that while SATs are a useful tool for measuring educational outcomes, they are just one aspect of your child's learning journey. They do not define your child's abilities or potential.
SATs are used by secondary schools to monitor the progress pupils make from Year 7 through to GCSEs, holding schools accountable for student outcomes. This helps ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive academically.
🏡 How You Can Support Your Child
Your involvement plays a crucial role in your child's success during SATs. Here are some ways you can help:
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*Maintain a Positive Attitude: Encourage your child to do their best without adding pressure. Remind them that SATs are an opportunity to showcase what they've learned.
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*Establish a Routine: Ensure your child gets adequate sleep, eats nutritious meals, and has time for relaxation and physical activity.
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*Provide a Quiet Study Environment: Create a comfortable space for your child to review materials and complete any practice work.
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*Communicate with Teachers: Stay in touch with your child's teacher to monitor progress and address any concerns promptly.
📚 Additional Resources
For more information on SATs and how to support your child, you can refer to the official guidance provided by the Department for Education:
Remember, your support and encouragement can make a significant difference in your child's confidence and performance during SATs Week.
