Levels 11B, 12 & 13 expand children’s knowledge of spelling variations, particularly for s, r, and soft consonant sounds. Children learn to recognise patterns in spelling and apply them confidently in reading and early writing.
Levels 11B, 12 & 13
Alternative Spelling – Set 2
Levels 11B, 12, and 13 continue to develop children’s understanding of alternative spellings in English. At this advanced stage, children learn a wider range of spelling patterns that represent the same sounds. These levels strengthen both reading accuracy and spelling awareness, helping children read and write with greater confidence and precision.
Learning continues to be supported by interactive phonics games on iOS and Android, ensuring systematic practice and consolidation.
Completion of Levels 1A–11A, or equivalent phonics and reading knowledge, is recommended.
What Will My Child Learn in Level 11B, 12 & 13?
In Levels 11B, 12, and 13, children explore additional spelling patterns that represent familiar sounds in different ways.
Alternative Spellings Covered
• r, rr, wr
• c, ce
• s, ss, se
• sh, ci, ti
Children learn to:
• Recognise and read words with varied spelling patterns
• Understand how the same sound can be spelled differently
• Apply spelling knowledge when decoding unfamiliar words
• Develop stronger spelling and reading flexibility
Key Skills Your Child Will Develop
By the end of these levels, your child will be able to:
• Read words with complex spelling patterns confidently
• Distinguish between similar-looking spellings
• Improve accuracy in both reading and spelling
• Strengthen vocabulary and word recognition skills
These skills are essential for fluent reading and effective writing.
Learning Through Games & Practice
All alternative spellings taught in Levels 11B, 12, and 13 are reinforced through interactive games and structured activities on iOS and Android.
Children practise by:
• Comparing spelling patterns within words
• Reading words and short texts in context
• Repeating activities that support accuracy and automatic recognition
The guided, game-based approach ensures mastery while keeping learning engaging.
Who Is This Level For?
• Children who have completed Levels 1A–11A
• Readers who are confident decoders and ready for advanced spelling patterns
• Children focusing on accuracy in reading and early writing
These levels are ideal for children moving toward fluent, independent reading and writing.
Why These Levels Are Important
Levels 11B, 12, and 13 address some of the most challenging aspects of English spelling. Mastering these patterns reduces confusion, improves accuracy, and equips children with the tools needed for confident reading, spelling, and long-term literacy success.
Please note: The pricing plans below apply only to Phase 5 (Levels 11B, 12 & 13). Children will learn the following graphemes and phonemes: r, rr, wr, c, ce, s, ss, se, sh, ci, ti, with regular review sessions built in. This phase is typically taught over 14 sessions, each lasting 30–40 minutes: 11 teaching sessions plus 3 dedicated review sessions to support consolidation and confidence.
