Year 1 SPaG Summer Term

Year 1 Summer Spelling Resources

Year 1 SPaG Scheme – Summer Term

Spectacular SPaG is a ready-to-teach scheme designed to make grammar, punctuation and spelling both engaging and easy to deliver. The Summer block includes 8 structured lessons based on small steps from the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation.

Each lesson includes an interactive PowerPoint, a practical activity sheet and a worksheet to reinforce learning. Resources are differentiated at two levels, with scaffolded vocabulary and visual prompts to support all learners. Every plan also includes provision ideas to help embed concepts beyond the main input.

Vocabulary in this block aligns with the Year 1 spelling curriculum. Lessons can be taught as 15–30 minute standalone sessions or as part of your wider English provision.

Small Steps Covered

  • Write sentences using ‘and’
  • Use spaces consistently to separate words
  • Use capital letters and full stops to demarcate sentences
  • Sequence sentences to form a narrative
  • Use capital letters for names and for “I”
  • Identify and use question marks, full stops and exclamation marks
  • Use ‘and’ to join words and clauses
  • Use ‘un-’ to change the meaning of verbs and adjectives

Year 1 SPaG Scheme – Summer Term

Our Year 1 Summer SPaG scheme builds on the foundations laid earlier in the year, supporting pupils in writing full sentences, using a range of punctuation, and applying spelling and grammar rules with confidence. Each lesson is based on the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation and designed to be easy to deliver and engaging for pupils.

What’s Included in the Summer Term Scheme

This term focuses on reinforcing core sentence structure and punctuation, while introducing new grammar concepts such as sequencing and the prefix “un-“. Each lesson includes a PowerPoint, activity sheet and differentiated worksheet to support a wide range of learners. Provision ideas are also included for continuous reinforcement.

Summer Term Small Steps

  • Write sentences using ‘and’
  • Use spaces consistently to separate words
  • Use capital letters and full stops to demarcate sentences
  • Sequence sentences to form a narrative
  • Use capital letters for names and for “I”
  • Identify and use question marks, full stops and exclamation marks
  • Use ‘and’ to join words and clauses
  • Use ‘un-’ to change the meaning of verbs and adjectives

Support for Developing Writers

The lessons in this term provide multiple ways for pupils to practise sentence construction, punctuation, and the application of simple grammar rules. Tasks are fully differentiated and vocabulary is aligned with the Year 1 spelling curriculum, allowing you to target individual learning needs.

Why Choose This SPaG Scheme?

  • Built-in small steps for clear progression
  • Ready-to-use teaching slides and worksheets
  • Practical activities to support sentence writing
  • Differentiated tasks to challenge and support all learners
  • Flexible planning that suits standalone or integrated lessons

Part of the Spectacular SPaG Programme

Our Year 1 Summer SPaG scheme is part of the full Spectacular SPaG scheme of work, covering every term from Year 1 to Year 6. Each block builds on the last to support long-term grammar and writing development across the primary phase.

Download Summer Term SPaG Lessons Today

Access our complete Year 1 Summer SPaG scheme and deliver grammar lessons that are practical, structured and engaging. With built-in progression and full curriculum coverage, it’s ideal for busy teachers looking for consistency and impact.

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