There are 11 lessons in the Spring block of work, each of which focuses on a small step taken from the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, grammar and punctuation from the national curriculum.
Each lesson has a PowerPoint presentation, an activity sheet and a worksheet.
The activity sheets focus more on practical activities and the worksheets apply the skills, often through writing. Each activity and worksheet is differentiated at two levels: less able and more able. The less challenging resources tend to use simpler vocabulary and often include visual prompts and scaffolding.
Each lesson plan also includes ideas for additional or continuous provision activities.
The vocabulary used in the resources in this block is aligned with the spelling curriculum that the children will be covering in Year 6. Sometimes the vocabulary is kept simple to allow the children to focus on the new concept that is being taught.
Dependent on your timetabling and individual needs of your children, you may wish to split each lesson over 2, 3 or more sessions.
Each session lasts 15 – 30 minutes depending on the age of the children and the complexity of the skills/knowledge being taught. The lessons are designed to be stand-alone though could be incorporated as part of the main English lesson.
The following small steps are covered this term:
✅ Use dashes between main clauses
✅ Use a colon to introduce a list
✅ Recognise and punctuate bullet points to form a list
✅ Use a colon to introduce a list and use semi- colons within lists
✅ Explore and identify active and passive
✅ Identify and use the present perfect tense
✅ Recognise the difference between informal and formal vocabulary
✅ Identify and use subjunctive forms • Identify and use question tags
✅ Use adverbials to build cohesion
✅ Use ellipsis to build cohesion
Our Year 6 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (SPaG) scheme for the Spring Term continues to develop pupils’ grammar knowledge, refining their sentence structure, punctuation use, and cohesion techniques. Aligned with the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation, this structured approach helps pupils prepare for SATs and transition smoothly to secondary-level writing.
This term, pupils will explore advanced punctuation rules, including the correct use of dashes, colons, and semi-colons within lists. They will also refine their understanding of formal and informal vocabulary, passive and active voice, and subjunctive forms. The lessons focus on ensuring writing flows logically by using adverbials, ellipsis, and cohesive devices.
The Year 6 SPaG Spring Term scheme covers the following small steps:
Each lesson includes structured PowerPoint presentations, engaging activities, and differentiated worksheets, allowing pupils to practise these grammar skills in context. The lessons focus on application, encouraging independent writing and critical thinking about grammatical choices.
The Year 6 SPaG scheme for the Spring Term introduces more advanced punctuation, ensuring pupils confidently use dashes, colons, and semi-colons accurately. Pupils will explore how lists are structured in formal writing, reinforcing clarity in their work.
This term also deepens pupils’ understanding of writing formality, helping them distinguish between formal and informal vocabulary. They will also practise using passive voice and subjunctive forms, key elements in academic and professional writing.
Our SPaG scheme for Year 6 is designed to help teachers deliver structured and engaging lessons that support pupils in preparing for SATs and secondary school. By providing clear explanations, interactive tasks, and practical writing opportunities, this scheme ensures pupils can apply their grammar knowledge effectively.
Key benefits of our Year 6 SPaG Spring Term scheme include:
This Year 6 SPaG scheme is part of a full-year programme covering the Autumn, Spring, and Summer terms. Each term builds on prior learning, ensuring pupils develop a secure understanding of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure in preparation for SATs and secondary school.
Our SPaG resources for Year 6 include interactive teaching materials, printable worksheets, and engaging activities designed to support different learning styles. Whether following the scheme in full or using individual lessons, these resources provide comprehensive grammar support.
Access our complete Year 6 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar scheme for the Spring Term and bring structured, engaging grammar lessons into your classroom. With high-quality resources, differentiated activities, and clear learning objectives, this scheme supports teachers in delivering outstanding SPaG lessons.
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