Map of primary grammar terminology

“English grammar” is a loose term covering patterns and conventions which are often ill-defined and frequently broken. This is part of what makes the English language so rich and expressive.
Primary GPS should be viewed as a much stricter set of rules and terminology that can be taught concisely and systematically. As well as preparing for the end of KS2 GPS elements, pupils who engage with this vocabulary and high-quality teaching over time will be able to explore GPS successfully in order to talk about and develop their own writing.
Clear progression and good teacher subject knowledge are vital in order to teach GPS effectively at primary level. This grammar map intends to provide consistent definitions of key GPS terminology and to provoke subject knowledge reflection for teachers. This could be used to provide CPD for whole staff or as a guide for English leaders within school looking to increase consistency within across year groups. Also very helpful for Y5 and Y6 teachers as they assess pupil knowledge and gaps.
Provided separately are also the individual labels so that this map could be produced as a large display for reference.