Phonics for Four Year-Olds - Pre-school Phonics Classes Parents' Testimonials

Pre-school Classes: Parents' Testimonials

"When I recently asked my two boys, now aged seven and five, what they remember about Phonics for Four Year-Olds, they said it was fun, and they then started recalling all the stories!

They used to love going to the "Letter Lady" as they called Jackie, and because she keeps the class sizes small and the sessions are held in a lovely colourful room in her own home, the environment is not at all daunting for little ones.

The fun way Jackie teaches really keeps the children's attention, and at the end of each session my two used to love presenting me with the craft they'd created. The five-minute handover at the end of each session was really useful for parents to find out what had been taught that day.

From the moment my boys started school, because they were so confident with their letters, they flew with their reading - and they haven't stopped since!

I think Phonics for Four Year-Olds is one of the best things you can give your child, and I'd thoroughly recommend it to anyone."

Yvonne Walsh, Lewis (7) and Daniel (5) (Camberley)

"Both my children have completed courses with Phonics for Four Year Olds. Jackie's classes are fun and very ingenious - my children really enjoyed the learning experience. They have grown in confidence through this gained knowledge and this has then eased their transition into school. We are very grateful to Jackie."

Kirsty, mum to Zak (6) and Tia (4) (Guildford)

"Both my children have taken Jackie's Phonics for Four Year-Olds classes and loved them. Depending on your child and their development the classes seem to work well both as a supplement to school for 'Summer born' children or as preparation for school for pre-schoolers. I've been very impressed by the creative ways Jackie has developed
to teach the children their letters and sounds, no dull classroom learning here.
I would highly recommend it."

Diana Hill (Bisley)


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"I can only praise the wonderful work you did with both my children Hugo and Holly. Hugo has progressed so much in the last year. For someone that really struggled with reading and phonics he has come a long way, thanks to your extra classes. Holly went into reception having followed your pre school phonics class, and I feel she had a huge advantage when she started school and that your course really helped her to progress quickly. She is now quite a confident reader for her age and has also done very well. Your classes instilled the foundations in a fun and innovative way, and the children really enjoyed them."

Kathryn Squires (Guildford)

"Finn absolutely loves the class - he would do it every day if he had his way!"

Helen (West End)

"I cannot express how pleased I am with Isaac's progress since joining you, and his school reports reflect this. He has thoroughly enjoyed his time with you and is really upset that it is soon coming to an end. Your professional approach and imagination for the activities Isaac brings home are second to none. Thank you so much."

Mel Daniel (Bisley)

"Both my children enjoyed Phonics for Four Year-Olds so much, it was the highlight of their week. It gave them both a real head start at school, both because they became more used to sitting quietly and listening for short periods and because the letters of the alphabet were presented to them in a friendly, unthreatening environment, which encouraged them to learn. It gave them confidence when they started school as they were already familiar with words and letters. I would heartily recommend Phonics for Four Year-Olds to any parents of pre-school children."

Miriam Hepburn (Brookwood)


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"Two of my children have completed all of Jackie's phonics classes and both children have loved them. The classes are creative, educational, but most of all FUN and Jackie is a wonderful teacher.

My son's class teacher remarked, on him starting school, that his knowledge of phonics had given him an important head start. This was a fantastic achievement given that he struggles with learning.

My daughter loved the creativity of the classes and started school being able to write and sound not only the individual letters but combinations of them, giving her a great base to start reading - I am so pleased that I discovered the classes."

Rebecca Rodriguez (Witley)

"Jolly Phonics seemed to be a natural step for Amelie, as she likes to play but she has a thirst for learning: Phonics for Four Year-Olds combines the two effortlessly. The variety of activities and different methods of teaching mean Amelie's short attention span is not a problem.
She seems to absorb information and retain it better because of the fun way she has
been taught it."

Jo Merrett (Bisley)

"Brilliant. So glad I found you! Amy absolutely loves her Phonics lessons.
Her reading has come on really well."

Jo Barber (Woking)


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"Don't be put off by the cost - content excellent value for money!! Love the creative aspects which do ensure that the material is learnt. Very clear and usable outside the lessons. Feedback, relevant to your child, is given every week - keeps me up to date."

Cheryl Burgoyne (Bisley)

"While I have a few minutes, I wanted to say a huge "thank you" for all the brilliant work you have done with my son, Matthew, at your Tuesday morning Phonics Class. Matthew has loved every minute of the course and is always delighted when I tell him he is coming to see you! He can very confidently recognise his letters and knows all of the words you have taught him too! The structure of the class seems to be absolutely perfect - he is definitely learning and having a lot of fun at the same time. The crafts are always very impressive and inventively designed!"

Please don't hesitate to put my name forward if anyone asks to speak to the parent of a child who has attended your courses - I'm delighted I sent Matthew to you and really thrilled that he is starting to "read" already - now confident with the first "Peter & Jane" ladybird book!

Thanks so much again.

Karen Flanagan (Bisley)


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Emily & Katie loved coming to their Phonics classes and always point out your house as we drive past. They both treasure the things they made in a special box. I have noticed that as Emily has moved from teacher to teacher at school, how she progresses in a class really does depend on how well the children bond with the teacher. The warm personalities of both you and your assistant mean that the children take to you easily. You have a gift which is benefiting many.

Thank-you for the positive input you have given to both my daughters, at the start of their education, hopefully they will carry it through their schooling with them.

Not only did the classes help the children find the fun in learning, but it really helped guide me in how I could help them. I would not hesitate in recommending your classes to anyone with pre-school children.

Sarah Bullen (Knaphill)

Thank you so much for all your help with Edward. He has really enjoyed the course and although he is still finding it hard the important thing is he is enjoying his letters, thanks to your exciting and interesting lessons, and he now wants to learn, so it will all fall in to place in time. He has been so excited when I've picked him up each week and can't wait to show me and his daddy all the things he has done. We now have a special bag with everything in that we look at all the time and he has asked that we do some letters each day so he can learn."

Lucy Finnegan (Weybridge)


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"Mark really loves it and looks forward to it each week. He now recognises letters and sounds and is very interested in his Year 1 sister's reading books and spelling homework. I will recommend it to everyone. Brilliant!"

Rosie Fothergill (Camberley)

"My son loves going to the pre-school phonics course. He enjoys all the activities and is really enthusiastic about coming along. The staff are personable and friendly and have an excellent rapport with the children. Joseph is learning his letters in an enjoyable, safe environment whilst having fun! I would recommend the course to anyone with pre-school children, as they're guaranteed to have a fantastic time and develop all the skills
essential for when they start school."

Katherine Dodd (Bisley)

"I am amazed how much Joshua has learnt in just 3 months. He is much more confident with his letters and is reading so many words. Most importantly, Joshua loves Phonics and is enjoying learning - thoroughly recommended!"

Vanessa Deakin (West End)

"Phonics for Four Year-Olds offered Callum a fun opportunity to prepare for reading and writing while making crafts and playing with the computer. This really complements the social and emotional development he gains through play at his nursery."

Jo Henneberg (Pirbright)

"Emily has really enjoyed her course - you have made learning such fun, Thank you."

Linda Aitken (Send)

"A fun way to learn to read and write which really works!"

Diane Elliott (West End)


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My fourth child Matthew is registered to participate in your Phonics course hot on the heels of the success of his three siblings who all thoroughly enjoyed the interactive methods and letter learning that set them in such good stead for school. It may be coincidence that all three have developed into avid and capable readers but it is fair to say that the first assessment of our children in reception appears to be on their ability to sound out the alphabet. Our children excelled in this area as a result of Phonics for Four Year-Olds, but perhaps the real gain was the confidence it gave them in their own ability in their first weeks of school. All three saw Phonics as FUN and I look forward to coming for the fourth time!

Allison Lamont (Horsell)

Cathra loves the phonics classes - I think it's the best money I've spent on a pre-school activity, and I'd recommend it to any other parent.

Deborah Clowes, mother of Cathra, (4) (Walton-on-Thames)

I love your phonics classes. Harriet loves coming to them each week and really looks forward to them. I love the fact that she is learning and gaining useful skills for school (especially as she will be old in her year when she starts). It is tremendous value for money too.

Liz Watts, parent of Harriet (4) (Weybridge)


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"What can I say! Your phonics classes give the best start a child can have in their education ... I am a single mum on the lowest income, yet your classes take priority with my girls. FAB!

Caroline (Camberley)

"The speed that my son has progressed with his sounds and reading of words is
just amazing. I am so pleased with the results seen so far, and only wish
I had done this with my older son."

Sarah Esperanca (West End)

"Really imaginative. Really good resources. Thanks so much."

Sally Quddoos (Pyrford)

"Abigail (and her older sister, Beth) loves the phonics course, and has learnt so much from it. As a teacher and a parent, I know that some children (like my own) want to 'play' at home and it's hard to think up fun ideas all the time for learning situations. Jackie has the time and imagination, and has come up with fun activities for all the letters of the alphabet, that introduce, reinforce and consolidate the child's phonic knowledge. I can't think of any way that I would improve the course - I am really happy with it.

Clare Jones, mum to Bethany, (7) and Abigail, (4) (West End)

"In my opinion your course is completely unique. I think the quality of your teaching and the games and activities that you have devised are exceptional and I would (and will!) happily recommend you to anybody.

Claudia was just three and a half when she started with you. Although she was able to read very simple words ('on' or 'it') I can now say that she has started 'reading'. Her confidence has grown enormously and she is happy to attempt blending any new words she comes across. She will be one of the youngest in her year when she starts school in September. I was concerned that she might struggle or be behind some of the older children but I am now confident that she has a great foundation and the transition to school will be much easier because of your course.

Kimberly Martin, parent of Claudia (4) (Knaphill)


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