These levels introduce alternative spellings for common sounds, such as f/ff/ph and j/dge/ge. Children strengthen their understanding of spelling choices while continuing to develop reading fluency and accuracy.
Levels 10A, 10B & 11A
Alternative Spelling – Set 1
Levels 10A, 10B, and 11A focus on alternative spellings commonly used in English. At this stage, children learn that the same sound can be spelled in different ways depending on the word. These levels strengthen spelling awareness, support accurate reading, and help children make informed spelling choices when reading and writing.
Learning continues to be supported by interactive phonics games on iOS and Android, ensuring structured practice and consolidation.
Completion of Levels 1A–9C, or equivalent phonics and reading knowledge, is recommended.
What Will My Child Learn in Level 10A, 10B & 11A?
In Levels 10A, 10B, and 11A, children explore different spellings that represent the same or similar sounds.
Alternative Spellings Covered
• ch, tu, tch
• f, ff, ph
• j, dge, ge, g
Children learn to:
• Recognise alternative spellings in reading
• Match sounds to different spelling patterns
• Read words accurately despite spelling variations
• Develop stronger spelling awareness and decoding flexibility
Key Skills Your Child Will Develop
By the end of these levels, your child will be able to:
• Read words with alternative spellings confidently
• Understand that spelling choices affect pronunciation
• Improve accuracy in both reading and early spelling
• Strengthen word recognition and decoding strategies
These skills are essential for fluent reading and accurate spelling.
Learning Through Games & Practice
All alternative spellings taught in Levels 10A, 10B, and 11A are reinforced through interactive games and structured activities on iOS and Android.
Children practise by:
• Comparing different spellings for the same sound
• Reading words in context
• Repeating activities that support accuracy and automaticity
The guided, game-based approach ensures deep understanding while keeping children engaged.
Who Is This Level For?
• Children who have completed Levels 1A–9C
• Confident readers ready to understand spelling variations
• Children beginning to focus on accurate spelling as well as reading
These levels are ideal for children moving toward more advanced reading and writing.
Why These Levels Are Important
Levels 10A, 10B, and 11A help children understand the logic behind English spelling patterns. Mastering alternative spellings reduces confusion, improves reading accuracy, and lays a strong foundation for spelling, writing, and comprehension in later stages of literacy development.
Please note: The pricing plans below apply only to Phase 5 (Levels 10A, 10B & 11A). Children will learn the following graphemes and phonemes: ch, tu, tch, f, ff, ph, j, dge, ge, g, with regular review sessions built in. This phase is typically taught over 13 sessions, each lasting 30–40 minutes: 10 teaching sessions plus 3 dedicated review sessions to support consolidation and confidence.
