Boost subject knowledge

Boost pupil achievement with expert knowledge of punctuation, especially the most challenging aspects in upper KS2!

Improve pupil confidence

Supercharge your teaching with fun, active strategies which will impact on enjoyment and learning outcomes.

Raise attainment

Empower pupils to excel, reaching both the expected standard and greater depth in punctuation.

About the Course

Designed for Year 5 and Year 6 teachers and Teaching Assistants, this 90-minute recorded training supports confident, effective teaching of punctuation in upper Key Stage 2. Colons, dashes and brackets can be confusing for pupils — and tricky to teach well. This session demystifies punctuation, strengthening subject knowledge and sharing practical, classroom-ready approaches that help pupils understand how punctuation works and why it matters in their writing. In this recorded session, you will: - Revisit essential punctuation subject knowledge from the National Curriculum for Years 5 and 6. - Explore active strategies to develop secure understanding and application of punctuation, - Examine effective techniques for teaching the full range of punctuation needed to meet the expected standard and achieve greater depth by the end of Key Stage 2.

Meet Your Expert Trainer

I am Pet Henshaw, the co-founder of  Dandelion Learning, a dedicated teacher and trainer with a wealth of experience in primary education. I am committed to assisting schools in adopting practical solutions that drive significant improvements in learning outcomes. In this training I unpick subject knowledge around the tricker aspects of punctuation in upper KS2. I also share a collection of engaging games and proven strategies that support effective teaching and learning, helping your pupils to master the trickier punctuation in Year 5 and Year 6!

Transform your teaching with practical punctuation tips!

Enhance your pupils' punctuation skills today with Teaching Tricky Punctuation in Years 5 and 6! FREE for Subscribers!

£60.00