KS2 · Ages 9–11 · SATs & 11+

Year 5 & 6 Spelling Words

The Year 5 and 6 statutory word list is used in KS2 SATs and 11+ tests. Children are expected to spell all 100 words correctly by the end of primary school. The list includes words like accommodate, aggressive, amateur, ancient, apparent, appreciate, attached, and available.

Many of the Year 5 and 6 words come from Latin and French roots. Understanding these origins can help children remember tricky patterns — for example, words ending in -ious, -ation, or -ible.

Full word list with practice activities coming soon.