SATs Preparation for KS1 and KS2 (Year 2 and Year 6)
Structured, supportive SATs tuition for primary children across the UK.
We help learners build confidence in Maths and English, understand the types of questions they will face, and feel prepared for their assessments without pressure or stress.
All lessons are delivered by qualified UK teachers and aligned fully with the National Curriculum.
Helping Children Feel Prepared and Confident
SATs can be a worrying time for families, especially if a child is anxious, struggling with schoolwork, or unsure how to approach unfamiliar question types. Many children worry about making mistakes, completing questions in time, or understanding what the test requires.
At Skinat Tuition, our SATs support gives children the structure, reassurance and practice they need to perform confidently. We teach all the essential skills tested in SATs, guide pupils through exam-style questions, and strengthen understanding in key areas of Maths and English.
Our lessons are calm, supportive and designed to build confidence first, then accuracy and speed.
What We Teach for KS1 SATs (Year 2)
Year 2 SATs focus on early reading, writing and number fluency. Our KS1 SATs tuition supports learners in developing strong foundational skills through clear, encouraging teaching.
KS1 Reading and Phonics
We help children strengthen:
- Phonics knowledge
- Decoding unfamiliar words
- Reading fluency
- Basic comprehension
- Understanding simple texts
- Answering short questions accurately
We use structured reading tasks and guided practice to help children understand the types of questions they will meet in the SATs reading paper.
KS1 Writing
We support:
- Sentence structure
- Capital letters and full stops
- Simple punctuation
- Spelling patterns
- Writing short, clear sentences
We help pupils improve clarity, control and accuracy.
KS1 Maths
We build confidence in:
- Number bonds
- Addition and subtraction
- Early multiplication and division
- Place value
- Simple word problems
- Counting in steps
- Shape and measurement
KS1 is a sensitive age, so lessons are steady, calm and focused on building trust and confidence.
What We Teach for KS2 SATs (Year 6)
Year 6 SATs are more demanding. They assess deeper reading comprehension, arithmetic fluency and multi-step reasoning. Children need both strong subject knowledge and exam familiarity.
Our KS2 SATs support covers all major areas of the Year 6 curriculum.
KS2 Reading and Comprehension
We teach students to:
- Understand key information
- Answer inference questions
- Analyse language
- Identify themes and ideas
- Use evidence from the text
- Manage time while reading longer passages
We prepare children using a range of texts similar to those found in the SATs papers, giving them confidence to approach challenging extracts.
KS2 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (GPS)
We cover:
- Word classes and sentence types
- Apostrophes, commas, colons and semi-colons
- Tenses
- Clauses and phrases
- Spelling rules and tricky words
- Accurate punctuation in longer writing
The GPS paper can feel overwhelming, so we break rules down clearly and use repeated practice to build security.
KS2 Arithmetic
Arithmetic is one of the most important papers. We focus on:
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Fractions, decimals and percentages
- Order of operations
- Long multiplication and division
- Negative numbers
We show children how to work efficiently and avoid common mistakes.
KS2 Reasoning
Reasoning questions test understanding rather than memorisation. We teach children how to:
- Break down multi-step problems
- Identify the method needed
- Show working clearly
- Check their answers
- Understand unfamiliar problem types
Many children struggle with reasoning, so we teach this with patience and clarity, ensuring they feel calm and capable.
How Our SATs Lessons Work
Every SATs lesson follows a clear, steady structure:
- Quick review of previous learning
- Introduction of a new topic or question type
- Modelled examples to show how to answer correctly
- Guided practice
- Independent practice at the right level
- Summary of progress and next steps
If parents want additional support at home, we can provide short, manageable practice tasks.
Using Past Papers and Mock Assessments
To help children feel confident with the SATs format, we use:
- Past papers
- Targeted practice questions
- Timed activities
- Breakdown of difficult question types
- Clear explanations of how to approach each paper
We never overwhelm children. Practice is used gradually so that they feel familiar, not pressured.
Supporting Anxious or Worried Learners
SATs stress is common. Many children feel nervous or worry about disappointing their parents or teacher. Our approach supports these learners by:
- Using calm, reassuring teaching
- Breaking tasks into smaller steps
- Helping children understand that mistakes are normal
- Encouraging effort, not perfection
- Building confidence gradually
- Teaching simple strategies to manage pressure
Often, confidence improves within the first few weeks.
Supporting Children Who Are Struggling
Some children enter Year 6 with gaps from earlier years. We address these areas through targeted teaching, including:
- Times tables
- Fractions
- Spelling
- Reading stamina
- Word problems
- Grammar basics
By filling these gaps early, children feel more secure when tackling the Year 6 content.
Stretching High-Achieving Students
We also help high-performing pupils who need:
- Advanced reading comprehension
- Challenging reasoning questions
- Complex arithmetic
- Higher-level grammar
- Sophisticated writing skills
This supports students working towards Greater Depth outcomes.
Supporting SEND and EAL Learners for SATs
We support children with:
- ASD
- ADHD
- Dyslexia
- Working memory needs
- Processing difficulties
- Anxiety
- English as an Additional Language
Our strategies include:
- Visual supports
- Shorter explanations
- Structured scaffolding
- Repetition and modelling
- Breaking questions into manageable parts
- Reduced cognitive load
SEND-friendly SATs teaching builds confidence and reduces pressure.
Parental Communication and Progress Tracking
Parents receive:
- Clear updates after lessons
- Termly written reports
- Transparent feedback
- Guidance on how to help at home
- Recommendations for revision
This ensures families always know what their child needs to focus on next.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should SATs preparation begin?
Most families start between September and January. Earlier support builds confidence and avoids last-minute stress.
Do SATs results affect secondary school?
Schools use results to place children into groups and identify support needs. Strong SATs performance helps with transition.
Do you teach the National Curriculum?
Yes. All content directly aligns with KS1 and KS2 expectations.
Can you help my child who is very behind?
Yes. We specialise in helping children who lack confidence or need to fill gaps from earlier years.
Do you help with reading comprehension?
Yes. Reading is a major focus of both KS1 and KS2 tuition.
Do you use timed practice?
Yes, when appropriate. We begin without time pressure so children do not feel overwhelmed.
Begin SATs Support Today
If you want your child to feel confident for SATs, we are here to help.
Book a free consultation and we will create a personalised plan tailored to their needs, school expectations and pace of learning.