SPaG and GPS support for Year 6 SATs
SPaG and GPS refer to the same KS2 (Year 6) paper. Start here, then choose grammar, punctuation, or spelling.
SPaG stands for Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar — the three areas assessed together in the GPS paper (Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling). The two names refer to exactly the same test, which can be confusing at first.
There is no writing SATs paper — writing is assessed separately by teachers throughout the year.
This section gives you an overview of the whole paper and how the three areas fit together. If you already know which area your child needs help with, you can jump straight to grammar, punctuation, or spelling for more focused support.
If you are not sure where to start, begin here. We will help you understand the paper structure and identify which topics are worth prioritising.
- A clear explanation of what SPaG and GPS mean and how the paper is structured
- Guidance on identifying which area — grammar, punctuation, or spelling — to focus on first
- Links to dedicated sections so you can move quickly to the support your child needs
Need something more specific?
SPaG is the combined acronym. For focused support, jump straight to:
All SPaG guides
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SPaG practice for Year 6
SPaG practice works best when paper-based and Kidfriendly digital practice are used together, with the weakest skill getting the most attention.
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Is there a SATs writing paper?
There is no SATs writing paper. Writing is assessed by your child's teacher across the year. The formal tests cover reading, maths and GPS.
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GPS vs SPaG in SATs: same paper, different labels
SPaG and GPS are used interchangeably, but focused practice still matters by component.
Related SATs topics
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