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KS1 English Quizzes for Year 1 & Year 2

154 quizzes covering phonics, grammar, spelling and reading — built for Year 1 and Year 2. Pick a topic and start practising.

Phonics - Phonemes (Consonant)

Help your child read by using phonics. Phonemes are sounds and are a valuable aid to a child's understanding of reading, language, writing and spelling. This KS1 Literacy quiz for year 1 and year 2 students focuses on consonant phonemes and aims to improve their vocabulary and English language.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Phonics - Split Digraphs

It can be a minefield trying to help your child learn the English language. Terminology such as graphemes, phonemes, phonics and split digraphs can leave your head spinning. If they need a little help with spelling and speaking, play this friendly year 1 and year 2 KS1 Literacy picture quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Phonics - Tri Digraphs

Tri digraphs are three letters together to make one sound - such as the letters 'igh'. Learning how to pronounce igh helps children with language and also spelling. See how much your child has remembered about phonics in this year 1 and year 2 Key Stage 1 English and Literacy picture quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Poetry - Acrostic Poems

To help improve your child's grasp of the English language, writing poetry together can be great fun. An acrostic poem is where the first letter of each line spells the subject. So an acrostic poem entitled 'Cat' could be Curious And Territorial. Play this year 1 and year 2 KS1 Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Prepositions 1

A preposition is a word which shows position such as in, on, through, above and so on. Sometimes prepositions are needed in a sentence in order for it to make sense. This year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz introduces children to prepositions and explains how and when to use them.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Prepositions 2

As children grow and learn new words in the English language, their stories and writing become more complex and varied. Prepositions are words used to show position and this year 1 and year 2 KS1 Literacy quiz will test your child's understanding of words such as behind, across, near and over.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Pronouns

As adults, we use pronouns without even thinking about. Children are just learning when to use words such as 'we', 'she' and 'they'. Having a good grasp of pronouns will improve your child's speech and writing abilities. Practise with them in this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Proverbs

From a young age, children hear proverbs in everyday life and at first may not understand them. Becoming familiar with their meanings improves a child's comprehension and reasoning skills. See how much they know by playing this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz all about proverbs.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Punctuation

Punctuation is one of the keystones of English and there's so much of it to learn! Encouraging a child to check their writing for any missing punctuation marks will improve their reading ability and is good discipline. Play this fun and friendly KS1 Literacy quiz for year 1 and year 2 students.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Question Marks

If a sentence starts with a question word such as why, when, how, who, what or where, then it should end with a question mark. In writing and stories, correct punctuation should be used. Test your child on question marks and help them learn in this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Question Words

There are a number of question words - who, how why, what, when and where - and children sometimes use the wrong one. This makes understanding what they mean quite tricky. Help teach your child the meanings of each and when to use them by playing this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Reading - Fairy Tales Characteristics

Understanding the different text features is an integral part of reading comprehension. Getting to know the characteristics that appear in fairy tales helps your child come to grips with the English language. Practice by playing this fun KS1 Literacy quiz with your child for year 1 and year 2

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Reading - Fairy Tales Characters

Fairy Tales are possibly the most popular bedtime stories for young children who are learning to read. To improve your child's reading and memory, see how many characters from fairy tales they can remember in this fun and friendly KS1 English and Literacy quiz for children in year 1 and year 2.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Rhyming Words 1

From a very early age, children are introduced to rhyming words in nursery rhymes! As children begin to write their own stories and poems, the use of rhyming words can bring a piece of writing to life. If your child needs a little help, play this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Rhyming Words 2

Poetry and rhyme go hand in hand. Rhyming words are great for getting children's attention and who knows, your child may end up the future Poet Laureate! Encourage them to love the vast variety of the written word by playing this great KS1 English and Literacy picture quiz for year 1 and year 2.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Sentences - Completing

Sentence structure is an important aspect of English classes. Learning how to complete a sentence is as crucial as learning to start them with a capital letter. If your child needs some help with writing, play this year 1 and year 2 KS1 Literacy quiz and watch them improve their story writing.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Sentences - Openers

Children in KS1 often use the common sentence opener 'then'. There are much better words to choose from and having a variety in their stories and writing will keep their work fresh and interesting. Help your child to Improve their language by playing this year 1 and year 2 English and Literacy quiz.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Similes

Similes are figures of speech which compare one thing to another. An example is 'The comedian was as sharp as a knife'. To expand your child's poetry and language skills, why not play this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy picture quiz - it will test their understanding of the subject.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Speech Marks

From a very early age, children are aware of speech marks in the bedtime stories and picture books they read. They may not actually know what the little squiggles mean. To help child's reading and comprehension skills, play this year 1 and year 2 KS1 English and Literacy quiz on speech marks.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

Syllables

How many syllables in a word is the same as saying how many sounds in a word. Take the word banana. There are three sounds - ba, na and na. So banana has three syllables. If you want to help your child improve their reading, English and literacy skills, play this fun KS1 quiz for year 1 and year 2.

Questions

3 Q

Duration

10 min

Level

★★ Medium

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Description

Explore KS1 English quiz activities designed to support reading, vocabulary, grammar, and phonics skills. Each KS1 English quiz is short, interactive, and aligned with the Key Stage 1 curriculum for ages 5–7.

Choose a KS1 English quiz to practise speaking and listening, punctuation, spelling, and comprehension. With quick questions and instant feedback, children can build confidence and improve their English skills through regular practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a KS1 English quiz?

A KS1 English quiz is a short activity designed for children aged 5–7 to practise reading, phonics, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills in a simple and engaging way.

Are these KS1 English quizzes suitable for Year 1 and Year 2?

Yes, these quizzes are designed for both Year 1 and Year 2 and follow the Key Stage 1 curriculum, helping children build confidence in English step by step.

How can KS1 English quizzes help my child?

Regular quiz practice helps children improve reading, spelling, sentence structure, and comprehension. Short quizzes with instant feedback make it easier to identify weak areas and build confidence over time.