Word searches for Kids: Free Printables by Year Group
There are 20 free word searches on this page from Year 1 to Year 5. Word searches build spelling, vocabulary and careful scanning. Children find hidden words in a grid, often on one topic. Every sheet is made by Jaques of London: two A4 pages, with the activity on page 1 and notes for the grown-up on page 2.
Skills these sheets practise
Across this collection children practise: spelling, money vocabulary, searching, countries of europe, map knowledge and spelling suffixes.
Year 1 word searches
3 free printables. All Year 1 worksheets
Year 2 word searches
4 free printables. All Year 2 worksheets
Year 3 word searches
1 free printable. All Year 3 worksheets
Year 4 word searches
2 free printables. All Year 4 worksheets
Year 5 word searches
2 free printables. All Year 5 worksheets
More word searches
8 free printables.
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3 Letter Wordsearch - Key Stage 1
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Digraph Word SearchFind the sh, ch and th words.Answers
Easter Word Search - KS 1 & 2
Pancake Day Word Search
Spooky Wordsearch
Underwater Word Search
Questions parents and teachers ask
What are word searches good for?
Word searches build spelling, vocabulary and careful scanning. Children find hidden words in a grid, often on one topic.
Are these word searches printables free?
Yes. All 20 are free to print for home, classroom and home education use.
Which year groups are they for?
They cover Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5.
Do the sheets include answers?
Answers are included on 13 of the 20 sheets. The rest are open tasks, and page 2 explains what a good answer looks like.
How long does each sheet take?
Most take 15 to 20 minutes. Each sheet is two A4 pages. Page 1 is the activity and page 2 has notes for the grown-up.
Can teachers use them in class?
Yes. They work as starters, plenaries, early finisher tasks, homework or table activities, and need no preparation beyond printing.
Do I need a colour printer?
No. Black and white printing is fine for almost every sheet.
Last updated 2026-11-09. Written by the Mini Minds Hub team at Jaques of London.