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British Curriculum · Year 6
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Year 6 is broadly equivalent to Grade 5 American · Class 5 CBSE · PYP IB
English — Year 6
British Curriculum · Ages 10-11
Year 6 is SATs year: students analyse how writers use language for effect, read a wide range of text types including persuasive and formal writing, and are expected to write confidently across genres, from a formal letter to a piece of narrative fiction. Grammar extends to the passive voice and correct use of semi-colons, colons and dashes.
The reading SATs test comprehension and inference under timed conditions across an unseen text booklet, while the writing assessment is based on a portfolio of work produced across the year: both benefit from focused, exam-aware preparation alongside genuine reading enjoyment.
Key topics covered
- Language AnalysisHow writers use language and structure for effect.
- Wide-Genre WritingFormal letters, persuasive writing, and narrative fiction.
- Passive VoiceRecognising and using passive constructions.
- Advanced PunctuationSemi-colons, colons and dashes.
- SATs PreparationTimed reading comprehension and writing portfolio expectations.
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