Year 1 Phonics Screening Check
Phonics Screening Information
The phonics screening check is taken individually by all children in Year 1. It is a nationally required assessment which takes place in June.
It is designed to give teachers and parents information on how your child is progressing in phonics. It will help to identify whether your child needs additional support at this stage so that they do not fall behind in this vital early reading skill.
What is in the phonics screening check?
There are two sections in this 40-word check and it assesses phonics skills and knowledge learned through Reception and Year 1. Your child will read up to four words per page for their teacher and they will do the check in one sitting of about 5–10 minutes.
Past Papers
We recommend that parents practice the Phonics Screening Check with your child at home with these past papers:
More Phonics Screening Practice
Phonics Screening Practice Paper 1
Phonics Screening Practice Paper 2
