phonics screening test
Richmond upon Thames pupils achieved top national rankings in the phonics screening test in March 2026.
Richmond upon Thames was recognised as the top local authority nationwide for the phonics screening test, a national assessment for children in England, in March 2026. Pupils in the borough achieved top national rankings for the test and for Key Stage 2 expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
This data was presented to the Education and Children's Services Committee, where Councillor Julia Cambridge, Chair of the committee, noted the results. No further discussions or decisions regarding the phonics screening test are currently scheduled across the councils.
Key facts
- Richmond upon Thames was the top local authority nationwide for the phonics screening test in March 2026. Source
- Richmond pupils achieved top national rankings for the phonics screening test and Key Stage 2 results. Source
- Data on phonics screening test results was presented to the Education and Children's Services Committee. Source
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