What Age Is Phonics Hero For?

Girl playing a Phonics Hero game on a tablet

The Phonics Hero games and our click-and-go No-Prep Phonics Lessons are designed for children aged 4–7, in their first three years of school.

For children under 4, many parents start with the lessons to teach letter sounds and early reading skills.

Can Phonics Hero Help My Child Catch Up?

Yes. Both the games and the lessons are ideal for children who need a boost to catch up with their classmates.

When your child first plays the games, they can start at the beginning or take the Placement Test, which checks which sounds they already know and starts them at the right level.

Phonics Hero Grown Ups screen with buttons to take the Placement Test or start at Level 1

Is Phonics Hero Suitable for Older Children?

Yes. Many older children get by in reading, but their spelling shows gaps because they weren’t taught phonics step by step.

They can play the games if they’re happy with the younger-looking pictures, or use the lessons instead. Start with the Placement Test or choose your child’s level.

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