Explore St David’s Day in your KS2 classroom with this curriculum-linked reading and comprehension activities pack.
This resource is designed for Years 3-6 and introduces pupils to the life of St David, why he became the patron saint of Wales, and how his special day is celebrated both in Wales and around the world. Pupils will learn:
- who St David was and the simple, kind life he led
- the miracles and good deeds that made him a revered figure
- why he became the patron saint of Wales
- how St David’s Day is celebrated, including traditional Welsh foods, parades and symbols like the leek, daffodil and St David’s flag
From historical events and religious heritage to Welsh traditions and foods such as Welsh cakes, cawl and Glamorgan sausages, this topic encourages pupils to engage with history and culture while practising key reading and comprehension skills.
When is St David’s Day?
St David’s Day is celebrated on 1st March each year, marking the day he died and honouring him as the patron saint of Wales.
St David's Day activities pack
These comprehension questions are designed to develop pupils’ retrieval, inference and explanation skills. Questions such as “Why did a small hill appear beneath St David’s feet?” and “Why do you think there are two possible dates for the year of St David’s death?” encourage pupils to think critically and explore the text in detail.
Curriculum links
This resource aligns with the KS2 English curriculum. Pupils practise reading non-fiction, answering and asking questions, building vocabulary and developing comprehension skills.
This pack provides a clear, curriculum-focused way to teach St David’s Day, supporting pupils’ learning while exploring Welsh history, culture and heritage.
Download a KS1 version of this resource. We also have KS2 packs for St Andrew's Day, St Patrick's Day and St George's Day.