For students in Kindergarten and Grade 1 (and for Grade 2 students reading below grade level), use the grade-level specific Small-Group Foundational Skills Placement Assessment to determine placement into Sets 1–5.
- The grade-level specific placement assessment is quick to administer and ensures students begin instruction at their point of need.
- The assessment is available on the Learning Portal, in the Assessment Overview section of the Implementation Handbook, and in ClassView Pro.
Key Guidance for Educators
- Use the grade-level specific Placement Assessment
Always administer the Placement Assessment to determine starting points in Sets 1–5. - Focus on foundational skills
Instruction in these sets provides explicit, systematic teaching of phonics, word recognition, and fluency.
Confirm readiness for progression
Use the Mastery Tests, Instructional Self-Checks, and observation data to ensure students are ready to move forward.