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What does the Year 1 Phonics Check tell us?

Watch this video for an overview of the Year 1 Phonics Check.

Access the Australian Government Year 1 Phonics Check. 

Resource details
Year level
Year 1
Purpose
Assessment advice, Professional learning
Topic
Year 1 Phonics Check
Audience
Teachers, School leaders
Format
Video
Learning area
English
General capabilities
Literacy
Publisher

Literacy Hub

Copyright

© Commonwealth of Australia

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