Less than half of five-year-olds passed the new phonics test in their first year of school, with significant disparities based on socioeconomic status and early assessment timing, raising concerns about literacy readiness and the need for targeted support.
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fewer young children meet early literacy standards
New English, maths primary curriculums had little effect on achievement, first results showless than half of five-year-olds meet phonics expectations
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