Pagine40 words to read aloud — real words and "alien" made-up words — in two sections, like the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check. A grown-up marks each one.
Original practice in the format of the Phonics Screening Check. Not affiliated with the Standards and Testing Agency. In recent years the threshold has been 32 out of 40; check your school for current guidance.
A grown-up shows each word and marks it ✓ or ✗ as the child reads aloud. Alien words are made-up words that check sounding out.
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Yes — free to practise online, with a printable version and an answer key.
Original practice in the format of the Phonics Screening Check. Not affiliated with the Standards and Testing Agency. In recent years the threshold has been 32 out of 40; check your school for current guidance.
You see a score, a skill-by-skill breakdown and what to practise next — with links to matching free worksheets and books at the right level. Signed-in families can save results to their child’s profile.