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Data Shows that Monster Phonics Significantly Improves Results

School data proves that Monster Phonics consistently improves progress. The programme has a high impact across all demographics, including areas of high deprivation and high EAL demographic.

Monster Phonics Schools

  • On average Phonics Screening Check pass rates increases by 10 to 15% in the first year of schools using Monster Phonics.
  • In 2023, the Phonics Screening Check pass rate increased by up to 43% with an average 13% increase in the first year of using Monster Phonics.
  • Phonics catch-up in the first term after the 2020 lockdown was also significant in Monster Phonics schools, with the phonics pass rate in Year 2 improving by an average of 30% (12% to 42% range) to pre-Covid levels by December.

Local Authority Studies

Data from independent studies both in areas of high deprivation highlighted the significant fast-paced improvement that children make using the programme.

  • Goldenhill Primary School introduced Monster Phonics to two Year 2 classes, measuring spelling accuracy before and after Monster Phonics teaching. The results showed that children spelt 38% more words containing previously taught graphemes correctly after 5 weeks of Monster Phonics.
  • A further impact study based at Kilbowie Primary School tested how Monster Phonics improved reading age in cross-age children requiring intervention. The shows an increase in reading age of 23 months over a 5-month period. By the end of the study all of the children were reading at their age-appropriate level.

Ongoing Data Collection

We collect data on a termly basis to inform us of progress in schools. If your school would like to contribute, please email info@monsterphonics.com. Online phonics screening tests for previous years are included within your subscription to help schools to monitor progress.

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