In 15 minutes, you’ll have clarity on your child’s early literacy skills

Many parents wonder if their child is reading at the level expected for their age. You might notice your child guessing words, confusing letters, or avoiding books altogether. These signs can leave you unsure of what to do next. That’s where a short, focused assessment can help. 

We offer a free 15-minute literacy assessment for children aged 3 to 7. This short session is designed to provide you with real, practical insight into your child’s reading skills. 

What the Assessment is 

This is a literacy screening done by trained therapists.  It focuses on early reading skills that are essential for school readiness. 

We look at: 

• Letter name and sound recognition 

• Digraphs (ch, sh, th, ng) 

• First sounds in words 

• Blending (combining sounds to read words) 

• Recognition of basic sight words 

• Reading fluency of simple sentences 

This is not a test of comprehension. We do not expect the child to explain what they read. 

Why we offer it 

Many children struggle with reading, but parents may not know until school becomes challenging.  

Some children guess words or memorise patterns instead of sounding them out. Others may have trouble blending even simple three-letter words. 

This assessment helps you catch those concerns early. 

How it works 

• The assessment takes only 15 minutes 

• It’s conducted 1:1 with a therapist 

• You can observe your child throughout the entire session 

• No prep or materials needed  

After the assessment: 

• The therapist shares a quick overview of your child’s reading level 

• You learn which sounds or patterns your child struggles with 

• You get a clear idea of where your child stands compared to their age group 

We base our recommendations on the Seeing Stars™ approach. 

What You’ll Get 

• A clear understanding of your child’s strengths and weaknesses 

• An idea of how your child compares to age expectations 

• Suggestions on how to support your child’s literacy at home 

• Recommendations for further support if needed 

If your child shows signs of needing more support, we can guide you toward suitable follow-up programmes. 

Where it Happens 

The assessment is conducted at our Total Communication therapy centre in Singapore. You can call us directly or visit our website to schedule a session. 

What to Expect 

This is not a tutoring session. It’s a one-time, free short screening to understand your child’s current ability. 

No worksheets or homework follow this. 

Expect: 

• A calm, play-based setup 

• A therapist experienced in early literacy 

• Immediate verbal feedback after the session 

We aim to make the session relaxed and child-friendly. 

Who is this for 

Children aged 3 to 7 who: 

• Are just starting to read 

• Have not received formal phonics instruction 

• Are unsure of letter sounds and blending 

• Struggle with reading fluency 

• Might be entering P1 soon, and you want to check readiness 

This is especially useful if your child: 

• Confuses letters like b and d 

• Guesses words based on pictures 

• Avoids reading 

• Struggles to blend even simple words 

You don’t need a referral. Just a concern or a question about your child’s reading level. 

This assessment gives you useful feedback in a short amount of time.  It’s free, fast, and run by trained therapists who understand child literacy. 

If you’ve ever thought, “Is my child reading okay for their age?”  This is your chance to find out. 

Call us today or visit our website to book your free session. 

Call/WhatsApp: +65 9115 8895

Fill out our reachout form: https://www.totalcommunication.com.sg/contact