KS2 SATs Spelling Practice - Test 8 (Age 9-12) - Teacher Notes

Spelling Practice Papers - Test 8 is an educational resource designed for children aged between 9 and 12 years old, aiming to enhance their spelling abilities in preparation for the S.A.T.S. These practice tests are modelled on the actual spelling assessments given to 11-year-olds, ensuring that the content is both relevant and age-appropriate. The selection of words within each workbook aligns with the National Curriculum's standards and reflects the kind of spellings that students are likely to encounter in their S.A.T.S at the end of Key Stage 2.

The workbook is comprehensive, covering a range of spelling components that are critical for mastery by students in this age group. These components include prefixes, various word endings such as '-able', '-ible', '-ure', and '-ion', as well as homophones and words with silent letters. Additionally, the workbook addresses more complex spelling patterns like soft 'g' sounds, words containing 'ei', 'eigh', 'ey', and different suffixes, including the silent 'o' in 'ous'. It also focuses on words with 'ch' sounds and a variety of word endings like 'ant', 'ence', 'ancy', 'ent', 'ably', 'ibly', 'tion', 'sion', 'ssion', and 'cian'. This thorough approach is designed to build a strong spelling foundation and boost confidence ahead of the S.A.T.S examinations.