Free Family Tree Template for Kids

Q: Is this family tree template suitable for primary school?

Yes. This template is designed specifically for primary school children. The boxes are larger than a standard genealogy template, with simple labels and fewer fields, making it easy for children to fill in by hand. It shows three generations — the child, their parents, and their four grandparents — which covers the typical scope of a school family tree project.

Q: What if a child has a blended or non-traditional family?

The labels on this template use 'Mum / Parent 1' and 'Dad / Parent 2', which children can adapt to suit their own family — step-parents, two mums, two dads, or a single parent household. The grandparent boxes at the top are also flexible. What matters is that the child records the people important to their family, whatever form that takes.

Q: What age is this template designed for?

This template is suitable for children roughly aged 6 to 12. The large writing fields are appropriate for primary school handwriting. Younger children (Years 1–2) may need help filling in the grandparent row; older children (Years 5–6) can usually complete it independently with some guidance on names and dates.

A simple, large-box family tree for school projects — designed for children to fill in by hand. Simple labels, three generations. No account required.

Format: Printable HTML (open in browser, print or save as PDF)
Size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
Orientation: Portrait
Generations: 3 (child, parents, grandparents)
Designed for: primary school, ages 6–12

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How to Fill In the Template

Open the template using the button above and print on A4 paper.
Start at the bottom — fill in your own name and birthday in the "Me" box.
Write Mum's and Dad's names and birthdays in the middle row.
Ask a parent or grandparent to help fill in the four grandparent boxes across the top.
Add a date or decorate the borders if you want to make it stand out.

About This Template

This family tree template is designed specifically for children doing a school family tree project. Unlike the standard genealogy templates on this site, the boxes are larger to accommodate a child's handwriting, the labels use everyday language ("Me", "Mum", "Dad", "Mum's Mum") rather than genealogy terminology, and the fields are limited to the information children are most likely to know — name and birthday.

The template covers three generations: the child at the bottom, their parents in the middle row, and their four grandparents across the top. This is the standard scope for most primary school family tree assignments. If a parent is absent or the family is blended, the "Mum / Parent 1" and "Dad / Parent 2" labels can be adapted — what matters is recording the people in the child's family, not conforming to a particular structure.

For older students or those doing more detailed research, the Blank Family Tree Template offers more fields per person and works well as a step up from this simplified version.

Tips for Parents and Teachers

Prepare before printing. It helps to have grandparents' birthdays or at least approximate birth years ready before sitting down with the child. A quick message or phone call to grandparents beforehand saves interruptions during the activity.
Use approximate information. If an exact birthday is not known, a birth year or even a decade is perfectly acceptable. Genealogy records are always approximate at first — it is normal to leave blanks and fill them in later.
Talk about the people on the tree. The template is a starting point for a conversation, not just a form to fill in. Ask grandparents or parents to share a memory or story alongside their name.
Respect all family structures. Some children may have two mums or two dads, or may be living with grandparents or caregivers. The template labels are intentionally flexible. There are no wrong answers in a family tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this family tree template suitable for primary school?

Yes. The boxes are larger than standard genealogy templates, the labels use simple everyday language, and the scope — child, parents, grandparents — matches the typical primary school assignment. It is suitable for children in Years 1 through to Year 6.

What if a child has a blended or non-traditional family?

The template uses "Mum / Parent 1" and "Dad / Parent 2" which children can adapt to suit their own family — step-parents, two mums, two dads, or grandparent carers. The grandparent boxes are equally flexible. The tree should reflect the real family, whatever form it takes.

What age is this template designed for?

Roughly ages 6 to 12 (Years 1–6). Younger children will likely need a parent's help with the grandparent row; older children can usually complete the template independently. For secondary school or more detailed research, the 4-Generation Family Tree is a better fit.