Phonics Screening 2023
In June 2023, the 2023 Phonics Screening Test was given to all children in Year 1, the first year of Key Stage 1, in England. Children that failed the 2022 Phonics Screening Test (when they were in Year 1) were required to take the 2023 Phonics Screening Test in Year 2. Just like in previous years, the 2023 Phonics Check included real words and nonsense words. Use previous years Phonics Screening Tests to help prepare your child for their upcoming Phonics Screening Check.
2023 Phonics Screening Dates
Primary schools had the freedom to choose a day within the week commencing 12th June 2023. As some schools are larger than others, the test can take place on one day or across several days.
2023 Phonics Screening Test Downloads
Below are all available downloads for the 2023 Phonics Screening Test. This includes the official practice materials and phonics screening test materials as well as word lists and whole-class PowerPoint presentations published by Exam Ninja.
2023 Phonics Screening Test Audio
Many parents don't have English as their first language and can struggle to decode the words using phonics. Thankfully, Exam Ninja has produced an audio walkthrough that works through each word in the 2023 Phonics Screening Test.
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2023 Phonics Screening Test Threshold
The threshold mark for the 2023 Phonics Screening Test was 32 marks out of 40. Children who scored 32 marks or more met the expected standard while those that score below 32 had not.
Children that didn't meet the expected standard in the 2023 Phonics Test were required to take the test again next year, the 2023 Phonics Screening Test.
