Year 2 at primary school
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Welcome to Year 2 at primary school!
In schools in England, Year 2 is for children 6–7 years old, and is the last year of Key Stage 1. There will be a continued focus on phonics, while in maths your child will be introduced to fractions.
The end of the year sees the Key Stage 1 SATs – statuatory tests to check that your child is working at the expected level.
What to expect in Year 2
Grammar and science! Find out what your child can expect in Year 2.
English & reading in Year 2
The Year 2 curriculum for English and reading.
Maths curriculum in Year 2
The Year 2 curriculum for maths.
Key Stage 1 SATs
The National Curriculum tests or SATs can seem like a daunting part of your child’s education, but if you know what to expect, they don’t need to be scary for you or your child!
Recommended books for Year 2
Early readers
Practice phonics skills with these Stage 5 books from Read with Oxford.
Activity books
Develop core English and maths skills with Progress with Oxford activity books.
Children's dictionaries
Find the right dictionary for your child.
Children's fiction
Exciting books to help develop a love of reading.
