Our preparation programmes support students at both stages with concept building, topic practice, timed assessments, exam-style questions and personalised feedback.
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KS1 SATs
Schools in England can choose to use optional Year 2 KS1 national curriculum tests in English Reading, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, and Mathematics. These assessments are designed to support understanding of a child’s progress and have been optional rather than statutory since the 2023–24 academic year.
For Year 6, KS2 SATs are statutory national curriculum tests taken at the end of Key Stage 2. They assess students in English Reading, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, and Mathematics, including Arithmetic and Reasoning papers.
We identify the areas holding your child back and provide focused support to improve understanding, speed, accuracy and confidence under test conditions.
SATs are national assessments taken by primary-school pupils in England, most notably at the end of Key Stage 2 in Year 6. They assess core areas of English Reading, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, and Mathematics.
Which subjects are included in Year 6 SATs?
Year 6 SATs typically include English Reading, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, Mathematics Arithmetic and Mathematics Reasoning. Students should prepare for both subject knowledge and exam-style question formats.
When do Year 6 students take SATs?
Key Stage 2 SATs are normally taken during Year 6. The exact national timetable is published for each academic year, so parents should check the current official schedule for their child’s test year.
How does Dominis prepare students for SATs?
Our SATs preparation can include curriculum-aligned teaching, topic-wise revision, arithmetic practice, reasoning questions, reading comprehension, grammar, punctuation and spelling, exam-style questions, mock tests and time-management practice. The aim is to strengthen both understanding and test readiness.
Do you provide SATs mock tests?
Yes. Mock tests help students become more comfortable with question formats, timing, accuracy, test stamina and working under assessment conditions. Mock results also help identify which topics need further revision.
When should my child start SATs preparation?
Preparation should ideally be gradual rather than left until the final few weeks: strong foundations, topic revision, practice questions, mock tests, weak-area support and a final review. The right starting point depends on your child’s current level and confidence.
Can Dominis help if my child is struggling with Maths reasoning?
Yes. We can work on multi-step problems, fractions, decimals and percentages, measurement, geometry, data interpretation and problem-solving strategies. The focus is on helping students understand how to approach the question, not just memorise answers.
Can you support children who find English Reading or SPaG difficult?
Yes. Support can include reading comprehension, retrieval questions, inference, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, spelling and answer technique, targeted at the areas where the student is losing the most marks.
Do you offer 1-to-1 and small-group SATs tuition?
Yes. 1-to-1 tuition suits children who need personalised support, targeted weak-topic intervention or individual pacing. Small-group tuition suits students who benefit from structured teaching, guided practice and interactive learning.
Can my child book a free SATs demo session?
Yes. Parents can book a FREE SATs demo session to discuss their child’s current level, English and Maths strengths, weak topics, school feedback, assessment performance and learning requirements.
SATs Preparation
Still Have Questions About SATs?
Every child has different strengths, learning gaps and confidence levels. Speak to our Academic Support Team if you need help understanding:
Which SATs areas your child needs the most support with
How to improve English Reading, SPaG, Arithmetic or Reasoning
When structured SATs preparation should begin
How mock tests can help track readiness
Whether 1-to-1 or small-group tuition may be more suitable