Primary English Resources for KS1 and KS2
Explore ready-to-teach primary English resources, lesson plans and schemes of work for KS1 and KS2. Our English teaching resources support reading, writing, grammar, punctuation, spelling and spoken language, with engaging lessons designed to build children’s confidence and skills across the primary English curriculum. Whether you are planning a complete unit or looking for individual English lessons and activities, our resources help make teaching English in primary school easier to plan and deliver.
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KS1 English
Explore ready-to-teach KS1 English resources for Years 1 and 2, with engaging lessons covering reading, writing, grammar, punctuation, spelling and spoken language.
KS2 English
Discover KS2 English lessons and schemes of work for Years 3 to 6, designed to develop confident readers and writers while building grammar, vocabulary and spoken language skills.
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Why teachers choose PlanBee English
Engaging, ready-to-teach primary English resources designed to develop confident readers, writers and speakers while saving planning time across KS1 and KS2.
Reading and writing together
Develop comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills through purposeful lessons that help children respond to texts and create their own.
A wide range of writing genres
Explore narrative, poetry, reports, instructions, recounts, diary writing and more, with resources that help children understand the features of different text types.
Planning time saved
Download complete English lessons with presentations, teaching guidance, differentiated activities and printable resources included.
Skills built step by step
Support progression in reading, writing, grammar, punctuation, spelling and spoken language from Year 1 through to Year 6.
Explore our Primary English Resources
Browse our complete collection of primary English resources, lesson plans and schemes of work for KS1 and KS2. Use the filters to narrow your search by year group, curriculum area, writing genre or resource type, or simply scroll to discover engaging, ready-to-teach English lessons created by experienced teachers. From reading, writing and spoken language to grammar, punctuation, poetry and a wide range of writing genres, you'll find everything you need to help children develop their English skills, confidence and creativity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What primary English resources does PlanBee offer?
PlanBee offers ready-to-teach primary English resources for KS1 and KS2, including complete lesson plans, schemes of work, teaching presentations, differentiated activities and printable resources. Lessons cover reading, writing, grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary and spoken language.
Are your English resources suitable for KS1 and KS2?
Yes. Our primary English resources cover Years 1 to 6, with separate collections for KS1 English and KS2 English as well as individual year groups. This makes it easy to find lessons and activities appropriate for the age and stage of your class.
Do your English resources support the National Curriculum?
Our English lessons and schemes of work are designed to support the English National Curriculum for primary schools. Resources develop key skills across reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar and punctuation, spelling and spoken language, with learning appropriate for different primary year groups.
What types of writing do your English resources cover?
Our primary English resources cover a wide range of fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Children can explore narrative writing, newspaper reports, non-chronological reports, instructions, recounts, diary entries, poetry and other text types while developing their understanding of purpose, audience, structure and language.
Do you have book-based English planning?
Yes. PlanBee offers book-based English planning built around engaging children's texts. These resources use books as a starting point for developing reading, comprehension, vocabulary, discussion and writing skills, giving children meaningful contexts for their English learning.
Do the resources include grammar and punctuation?
Yes. Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary skills are taught and practised across our English resources, both within wider reading and writing contexts and through lessons focusing on particular skills. This helps children understand how grammatical choices can improve their own writing.
What is included in a PlanBee English lesson?
PlanBee lesson packs typically include detailed lesson plans, teaching presentations, differentiated activities and variety of printable worksheets or resources to support adaptive teaching. Everything is designed to give teachers the materials they need to prepare and teach the lesson with minimal additional planning.
Can I find English resources for a particular year group?
Yes. You can browse English resources by year group from Year 1 through to Year 6, making it easier to find lessons suited to your class and the skills children are expected to develop at each stage.
Can I use PlanBee English resources for home education?
Yes. Our primary English resources can also be used by home educators looking for structured lessons and activities for children of primary-school age. Teaching guidance, presentations and printable resources are included to help you work through the learning step by step.
