Primary Assessment Dates

Year 1 - Phonics Screening Check

Schools must administer the phonics screening check within the 1-week period from Monday 8 June 2026.

Year 2 - SATS KS1 Assessments

It is recommended that the optional Key Stage 1 tests are administered during May 2026.

Year 4 - Multiplication Tables Check

Schools must administer the multiplication tables check within the 2-week period from Monday 1 June 2026.

Year 6 - SATS KS2 Assessments