Levels 24, 25 & 26 complete Phase 5 and the phonics programme. Children master advanced and less frequent spelling patterns, enabling them to read independently with confidence, accuracy, and understanding.
Levels 24, 25 & 26
Alternative Spelling – Set 7
Levels 24, 25, and 26 represent the final stage of the phonics programme. At this level, children consolidate advanced alternative spellings and learn rare or context-dependent sound patterns that appear in higher-level reading. These levels focus on precision, flexibility, and fluency, preparing children for fully independent reading across all text types.
Learning continues to be supported by interactive phonics games on iOS and Android, ensuring thorough practice and mastery.
Completion of Levels 1A–23, or equivalent phonics and reading knowledge, is recommended.
What Will My Child Learn in Levels 24, 25 & 26?
In Levels 24, 25, and 26, children explore complex and less common spelling patterns, including alternative vowel spellings and soft consonant sounds.
Alternative Spellings Covered
• oi, oy
• air, ear
• are, ere
• s, si (zh)
Children learn to:
• Recognise and read rare and advanced spelling patterns
• Understand that some spellings change sound depending on the word
• Apply flexible decoding strategies in unfamiliar texts
• Read with accuracy, fluency, and confidence
Key Skills Your Child Will Develop
By the end of these levels, your child will be able to:
• Read words with advanced alternative spellings fluently
• Recognise subtle pronunciation changes in context
• Decode unfamiliar vocabulary independently
• Demonstrate strong reading confidence and accuracy
These skills support successful reading across all academic subjects.
Learning Through Games & Practice
All spelling patterns taught in Levels 24, 25, and 26 are reinforced through interactive games and structured activities on iOS and Android.
Children practise by:
• Comparing subtle spelling and sound differences
• Reading words, sentences, and short texts in context
• Repeating activities that support automaticity and precision
The structured, game-based approach ensures deep consolidation while keeping children engaged.
Who Is This Level For?
• Children who have completed Levels 1A–23
• Fluent readers refining advanced spelling and pronunciation
• Children ready for independent reading without phonics support
These levels are ideal for learners completing their phonics journey and transitioning confidently into full literacy.
Why These Levels Are Important
Levels 24, 25, and 26 address the most advanced and nuanced spelling patterns in English. Mastering these patterns equips children with the flexibility, accuracy, and confidence needed to read complex texts independently and succeed in long-term academic and literacy development.
Please note: The pricing plans below apply only to Phase 5 (Levels 24, 25 & 26). Children will learn the following graphemes and phonemes: oi, oy, air, ear, are, ere, s, si (zh), with regular review sessions built in. This phase is typically taught over 11 sessions, each lasting 30–40 minutes: 8 teaching sessions plus 3 dedicated review sessions to support consolidation and confidence.
