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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disparity in phonics achievement by background
Less than half of 5-year-olds pass new phonics testchildren in disadvantaged schools have significantly lower pass rates
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