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KS1 SATs past papers

Exciting KS1 SATs practice for Year 1 and Year 2 across arithmetic, reasoning, reading and spelling.

Optional KS1 tests overview (gov.uk)

The optional KS1 tests assess knowledge and understanding of the KS1 programmes of study. Schools may use them to support measurement of pupil attainment.

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ENGLISH READING PAPER 1

Combined reading prompt and answer booklet. Approximate length: 30 minutes.

ENGLISH READING PAPER 2

Separate reading booklet and answer booklet with more challenging texts. Approximate length: 40 minutes.

MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Arithmetic single paper. Approximate length: 20 minutes.

MATHEMATICS PAPER 2

Reasoning single paper. Approximate length: 35 minutes, including an aural practice question and 5 aural questions.

GPS PAPER 1

Spelling test with a transcript read by the test administrator and 20 spellings. Approximate length: 15 minutes.

GPS PAPER 2

Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary questions in a combined question and answer booklet. Approximate length: 20 minutes.

These optional KS1 tests are not designed to be strictly timed. Teachers can use discretion for breaks or stopping early when appropriate.

KS1 Maths past papers

ArithmeticReasoning

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Dive into arithmetic speed and reasoning challenge questions with interactive SATs-style maths papers.

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KS1 English past papers

ReadingSpelling

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Build confidence with reading and spelling papers designed to feel fun, focused and SATs-style.

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TOPIC PRACTICE

KS1 maths practice topics

Unlimited quick quizzes by maths topic.

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ENGLISH

KS1 English mock tests

Reading and spelling-focused practice.

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Source and Attribution

Past paper materials are from UK government assessment publications. We present them in an interactive format and acknowledge the source in line with Open Government Licence requirements.

INFORMATION SOURCE

Department for Education (Crown copyright)

Official KS1/KS2 assessment materials and guidance.

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Open Government Licence v3.0

Re-use is allowed under OGL terms with proper attribution.

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KS1

KS1 SATs past papers

Exciting KS1 SATs practice for Year 1 and Year 2 across arithmetic, reasoning, reading and spelling.

Optional KS1 tests overview (gov.uk)

The optional KS1 tests assess knowledge and understanding of the KS1 programmes of study. Schools may use them to support measurement of pupil attainment.

Open official guidance

ENGLISH READING PAPER 1

Combined reading prompt and answer booklet. Approximate length: 30 minutes.

ENGLISH READING PAPER 2

Separate reading booklet and answer booklet with more challenging texts. Approximate length: 40 minutes.

MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Arithmetic single paper. Approximate length: 20 minutes.

MATHEMATICS PAPER 2

Reasoning single paper. Approximate length: 35 minutes, including an aural practice question and 5 aural questions.

GPS PAPER 1

Spelling test with a transcript read by the test administrator and 20 spellings. Approximate length: 15 minutes.

GPS PAPER 2

Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary questions in a combined question and answer booklet. Approximate length: 20 minutes.

These optional KS1 tests are not designed to be strictly timed. Teachers can use discretion for breaks or stopping early when appropriate.

KS1 Maths past papers

ArithmeticReasoning

LIVE

Dive into arithmetic speed and reasoning challenge questions with interactive SATs-style maths papers.

Browse papers›

KS1 English past papers

ReadingSpelling

LIVE

Build confidence with reading and spelling papers designed to feel fun, focused and SATs-style.

Browse papers›

More KS1 practice routes

Prefer mock tests or fresh topic questions? Jump in directly.

MOCK TESTS

KS1 mock tests hub

Maths and English mock routes in one place.

Open mock tests →

TOPIC PRACTICE

KS1 maths practice topics

Unlimited quick quizzes by maths topic.

Practise by topic →

ENGLISH

KS1 English mock tests

Reading and spelling-focused practice.

Open English mocks →

Source and Attribution

Past paper materials are from UK government assessment publications. We present them in an interactive format and acknowledge the source in line with Open Government Licence requirements.

INFORMATION SOURCE

Department for Education (Crown copyright)

Official KS1/KS2 assessment materials and guidance.

LICENCE

Open Government Licence v3.0

Re-use is allowed under OGL terms with proper attribution.

View OGL v3.0

ATTRIBUTION STATEMENT

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

KS1 optional tests guidance