Help KS2 pupils reflect on their summer holidays with this thoughtful and inclusive My Summer Highlights writing activity.

Designed with the understanding that summer looks different for every child, this worksheet avoids focusing solely on holidays, trips or exciting adventures. Instead, pupils are encouraged to reflect on positive moments, people who supported them, things they are proud of and what they are looking forward to in the new school year.

The flexible prompts allow children to write, draw or share as much or as little as they feel comfortable with, making this a sensitive and inclusive back-to-school activity for all pupils, including those who may have experienced a difficult or challenging summer.

The worksheet includes:

• One thing I enjoyed
• I am proud of…
• People who made my summer better
• A happy memory
• What helped me…
• Looking ahead
• Anything else…

Perfect for:

• KS2 pupils
• Back-to-school activities
• First week of school
• Summer holiday reflection
• Creative writing
• PSHE and wellbeing
• Transition activities
• Pupil voice
• Classroom discussions
• Getting to know your new class

This low-preparation resource provides a gentle starting point for writing and reflection while recognising that every child’s summer experience is unique. It helps pupils focus on their own experiences, strengths, supportive relationships and hopes for the year ahead without making assumptions about what their summer looked like.