Phonics is how most children in the UK learn to read, and it works. But not every child picks it up at the same pace. Parents in Llandudno often come to us when their child is falling behind in Reception or Year 1 phonics, or when the Year 1 phonics screening check is approaching and they're worried. Our phonics tutors work with young children using systematic, structured methods that build confidence alongside skill.
Phonics in Wales
Schools in Llandudno use systematic phonics programmes as part of early literacy teaching under the Curriculum for Wales. Our tutors are familiar with the approaches used locally and reinforce the same methods your child encounters in school, ensuring consistency between classroom and tutoring sessions.
Supporting Learning at Home
Phonics practice at home makes a big difference, but many parents in Llandudno aren't sure how to help effectively. Our tutors provide simple, practical suggestions for daily practice — reading together, playing sound games, using phonics apps — that reinforce what's being covered in sessions without turning home into a classroom.
When Phonics Isn't Clicking
Some children in Llandudno need a different approach — more visual cues, more multi-sensory activities, or more repetition than a typical phonics programme provides. Our tutors assess where the breakdown is happening and adjust their methods accordingly. For children with suspected dyslexia, we can recommend appropriate next steps alongside providing phonics support.
Early reading difficulties in Llandudno don't have to become long-term problems. The sooner a child gets the right support, the faster they catch up. Get in touch to arrange an initial assessment and find out how our phonics tutors can help your child.