Phonics Teacher Training Course – Basic & Advanced Levels
Join the Ranks of Excellent Phonics Teachers! Build practical skills to teach Jolly Phonics-based phonics and help children develop stronger reading, spelling, decoding and English foundations — live online, in two levels.
Knowing Phonics and Teaching Phonics Are Different Skills
If you are new to the method, start with our guide to what Jolly Phonics is.
What children need
- A clear, correct model of each sound
- Blending and segmenting taught in a set order
- Corrective feedback that points to the sound, not just the answer
What teachers need
- The sound-symbol system, including how English spells one sound in many ways
- Practice demonstrating, correcting and pacing a lesson
- A method that works on unfamiliar words, not only memorised ones
What this training gives you
- Theory, live demonstration and practical teaching in each level
- A clear path: Basic (Level 1), then Advanced (Level 2)
- Guidance you can use in a classroom, a tutoring practice or at home
Level 1 and Level 2 at a Glance
| Feature | Level 1 – Basic Phonics | Level 2 – Advanced Phonics |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended for | Beginners and early-years educators | Educators who know the basics of phonics teaching |
| Main focus | Early reading and spelling foundations | Advanced reading, spelling and decoding |
| Age group of learners | Approximately 4–6 years | Approximately 7–12 years |
| Duration | Approximately 10 hours | Approximately 6 hours |
| The 42 sounds | Taught in full | Revision, then advanced application |
| Letter formation | ✓ | — |
| Blending and segmenting | Taught from first principles | Advanced application |
| Tricky words | ✓ | Advanced word application |
| Digraphs | Foundation | Advanced |
| Trigraphs | — | ✓ |
| Silent consonants | — | ✓ |
| Six syllable types | — | ✓ |
| Morphology: prefixes, roots, suffixes | — | ✓ |
| Schwa and vowel-r | — | ✓ |
| Long-vowel patterns | Foundation | Advanced |
| Spelling rules | Foundation | Advanced |
| Practical teaching | ✓ | ✓ (practical workshop) |
| Certificate | Certificate of Participation | Certificate of Participation |
Level 1 builds the foundation for children aged about 4–6. Level 2 builds on it for children aged about 7–12 who still have gaps in decoding, reading and spelling. Details: Level 1 course content · Level 2 course content.
Two Courses, Built for Different Teaching Goals
Basic Phonics Teacher Training
The 42 sounds, letter formation, blending, segmenting, tricky words, vowels, alternative spellings, spelling rules and practical teaching, for educators of children aged about 4–6. About 10 hours, no prior phonics teaching experience needed.
See the Level 1 course content →
Advanced Phonics Teacher Training
Digraphs and trigraphs, silent consonants, six syllable types, morphology, schwa, vowel-r, long-vowel patterns, tenses, plurals and decoding practice, for educators supporting children aged about 7–12. About 6 hours.
See the Level 2 course content →
What Level 1 Covers, Step by Step
Find Your Starting Point
| Your situation | Where to start |
|---|---|
| You are new to phonics, or teach children aged about 4–6 | Level 1 – Basic |
| You are a parent teaching your own child at home | Level 1 – Basic |
| You teach children aged about 7–12 but have not trained in phonics | Level 1 first is the usual route; the foundation sounds and blending are what Level 2 builds on |
| You already teach phonics and want to help older children with decoding and spelling gaps | Level 2 – Advanced |
| You run a school, centre or tutoring group | Talk to us about training for your team |
Not sure which level fits? Tell us about your teaching background and the age of the children, and we will point you to the right starting level. Talk to our education team →
From First Sound to Advanced Decoding
Enrol and choose your level
Start with Level 1, or Level 2 if you already teach phonics.
Level 1 – the 42 sounds
Sound recognition, production and sound-symbol association.
Blending and segmenting
The two skills behind early reading and early spelling.
Reading and spelling foundations
Tricky words, vowels, alternative spellings and spelling rules.
Practical teaching
Demonstrate, correct and run small-group activities.
Level 2 – advanced patterns
Digraphs, trigraphs, silent consonants and long-vowel patterns.
Syllables and morphology
Six syllable types, prefixes, roots and suffixes.
Advanced decoding and classroom application
Decoding unfamiliar words and supporting struggling readers.
Each level is delivered live online with live demonstrations, practical activities and an online practice test. Level 1 is approximately 10 hours; Level 2 approximately 6 hours, with different time slots available.
What You Will Be Able to Do
After Level 1
- Explain core phonics principles to parents and colleagues
- Introduce the 42 sounds systematically
- Teach blending and segmenting
- Support early reading and early spelling
- Teach basic spelling patterns and tricky words
- Run phonics activities with young learners
After Level 2, in addition
- Teach digraphs, trigraphs and silent consonants
- Teach the six syllable types and how to divide words
- Introduce prefixes, roots and suffixes
- Explain schwa, vowel-r and long-vowel spelling patterns
- Help children decode unfamiliar words
- Spot common phonics gaps and plan activities for older readers
How the Training Runs
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Live online |
| Duration | Level 1: approximately 10 hours · Level 2: approximately 6 hours; different time slots available |
| Format | Teaching of the content, live demonstrations, practical activities, and an online practice test to check your own understanding |
| After the course | Guidance on running your own online sessions and starting your own phonics classes |
| Trainer | Megha Vyas, founder of Jolly Reading, 23+ years of teaching phonics |
| Certificate | Certificate of Participation |
Training for Every Kind of Educator
School Teachers
Build a structured phonics approach into daily teaching.
Kindergarten & Early Years Educators
Bring structured phonics into pre-primary classrooms.
Phonics Teachers & Tutors
Deepen your method and add Level 2 skills for older learners.
Home Educators & Parents
Teach your own children with a clear, structured plan.
Aspiring Phonics Teachers
Start with a solid practical foundation.
Preschool & Daycare Educators
Teach sounds and early reading with confidence.
Learning Support Professionals
Support children who need extra help with reading and spelling.
ECCEd / D.Ed. Students
Add practical phonics skills alongside formal training.
Your Training Includes
- Live, trainer-led sessions with live demonstrations
- Practical teaching guidance and classroom activity ideas
- Recommended phonics resources, books and educational websites
- An online practice test to check your understanding
- Guidance on job opportunities: pre-primary schools, activity centres, or starting your own classes
- A Certificate of Participation
- Optional: buy the official Jolly Phonics book separately online (not shipped with the course, which keeps fees lower for our global online students)
What You Receive, and What the Certificate Means
What you receive
- A Certificate of Participation on completing the training
- Course learning guidance and references to recommended phonics books and resources
- Guidance on teaching opportunities: pre-primary schools, activity centres, or starting your own classes
What the certificate is, and is not
- It records that you took part in and completed the training with Jolly Reading
- It is not a Jolly Learning certificate, an accreditation or a government qualification
- Trainer credentials are listed below exactly as documented, with certificates you can view
Jolly Reading is an independent training provider. The Certificate of Participation is Jolly Reading’s own certificate and is not issued by Jolly Learning Ltd. View the trainer’s certificates.
Who You'll Be Trained By
Megha Vyas
Megha Vyas is the founder of Jolly Reading and a passionate literacy educator with over 23 years of experience teaching phonics. She specialises in helping teachers, schools and parents build strong reading foundations through structured phonics instruction.
- Certified in Jolly Phonics & Jolly Grammar through Jolly Phonics CPD College, UK
- Former Air India cabin crew — brings expert pronunciation and phonemic awareness to every session
- Certified Remedial Educator, with hands-on experience supporting children with reading and spelling difficulties
- 2000+ teachers trained across India through structured Jolly Phonics methodology
“To empower learners with the skills, confidence, and proven strategies needed to become successful, lifelong readers.”
What Teachers Are Saying
“An excellent learning experience.”
My learning experience with Learning Journey Phonics has been excellent. The sessions are well-structured, interactive, and easy to follow. The trainer explains every concept clearly with practical activities, making it simple to understand and apply Jolly Phonics techniques.
Hemani Goswami · Trainee
“A fantastic teacher and person.”
Lovely workshop, super informative. She is a fantastic teacher and person I have come across. Had a great time learning advanced phonics.
Siddhi Parikh · Trainee
“Clear, engaging and interactive.”
The Jolly Reading Phonics Classes with Megha Vyas Ma'am have been an amazing experience! She explains concepts clearly, makes learning engaging, and ensures every session is interactive.
Nandini Pisat · Trainee
“Systematic and easy to grasp.”
Jolly phonics teacher training course was a great learning experience. Megha Vyas ma'am is an excellent teacher, very calm and patient. She has designed the course in a systematic and organized manner making it very easy to grasp concepts.
Pusam Law · Trainee
“I've become more confident teaching phonics.”
The phonics class is very well connected. Mam explains letter sounds, blending and reading skills clearly. I have become more confident in teaching phonics.
Rohini Gaikwad · Trainee
“Every concept explained with great clarity.”
I really enjoyed Jolly Phonics with mam. She is very knowledgeable and explains with great clarity and makes everything easy to understand. She is friendly, approachable and honest, which creates a comfortable learning environment.
Mansi R · Trainee
Institutional Case Studies
Examples of school and institutional phonics teacher training, alongside programmes available on request.
Little Learner
Level 1 · Foundation — Preschool & primary teachers wanted a structured, practical approach to teaching English sounds, blending and early reading. Training covered phonics sounds, pronunciation, letter formation, blending, segmenting and classroom application, giving teachers a clearer framework for introducing phonics in their classrooms.
Preschool Teacher Training Programme
Level 1 · Foundation — A preschool teaching team's foundation phonics training, covering sounds, blending, segmenting and classroom application. Institution name available on request.
Advanced Phonics Teacher Training
Level 2 · Advanced — Training for teachers supporting children with reading, spelling and decoding difficulties, covering complex sound patterns and intervention strategies. Institution name available on request.
Phonics Teacher Training — FAQs
What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2? +
Level 1 (Basic) teaches the foundation of phonics teaching for children aged about 4–6: the 42 sounds, letter formation, blending, segmenting and tricky words. Level 2 (Advanced) is for educators supporting children aged about 7–12, and covers digraphs, trigraphs, six syllable types, morphology, schwa, vowel-r and decoding practice.
Which phonics teacher training course should I start with? +
Start with Level 1 if you are new to phonics or teach children aged about 4–6. Level 2 is recommended for educators who already know the basics of teaching phonics. If you are unsure, contact us with your background and we will suggest a starting level.
Who can join the phonics teacher training? +
Classroom and kindergarten teachers, preschool and daycare educators, private tutors, learning support professionals, home educators, parents, ECCEd or D.Ed. students and aspiring phonics teachers.
Do I need prior phonics experience? +
No prior phonics teaching experience is needed for Level 1. Level 2 is recommended for those who already know the basics.
Is the training online? Is it live or recorded? +
Both levels are delivered live online, with live demonstrations and practical activities.
How long is the training? +
Level 1 is approximately 10 hours and Level 2 approximately 6 hours, with different time slots available.
Is there practical teaching, or only theory? +
Both. Each level includes live demonstrations and practical activities, and Level 2 includes a dedicated practical teaching workshop.
What certificate do I receive? +
A Certificate of Participation from Jolly Reading. It is not a Jolly Learning certificate or an accreditation.
What can I do after completing the training? +
Graduates can teach phonics in pre-primary schools or activity centres, take on full or part-time teaching roles, or start their own phonics classes.
Can parents join, or is it only for teachers? +
Parents are welcome, particularly in Level 1, if they want to teach their own children with a structured plan.
Is there a limit on batch size? +
There is no fixed batch size for teacher training. The priority is a clear, well-paced live online course.
Start Your Phonics Teacher Training
Talk to our education team about the right training level for you or your school.
What Teachers Say on Google
Reviews from teachers who completed Jolly Reading’s online phonics teacher training with Megha Vyas.
I had the pleasure of completing the online phonics teacher training program led by Megha Ma'am, and it exceeded all my expectations. Megha Ma'am expertise and passion for teaching are evident throughout the course. The program is meticulously structured and is easy to follow. I highly recommend this program to any educator looking to enhance their phonics teaching abilities.
Recently done basic phonics course from jolly reading by Megha Vyas Mam...it was amazing experience with Mam...she is a fabulous teacher.She taught us every small rule of phonics in such way that we will be able to teach it to kids the way it should be taught..Her guidance and knowledge about phonics is superb.Her innovative teaching techniques helps kids to learn easily even difficult concepts. She had explained each thing in detail..thanks much Jolly reading and Megha mam...
I had my phonics course recently with megha ma'am online class. It very helpful for me in teaching with sound and action for small kids. I truly appreciate Megha ma'am wonderful way of teaching phonics. She use clear pronounciation and friendly techniques that make us to understand blending and segmenting. How are all want to enhance their phonics teaching abilities for them this course is usefull. Thankyou Megha ma'am for teaching phonics teacher training course.
I recently did basic phonics course with Ms. Megha and it was a very enriching session. She is thorough with her knowledge of phonics and English language and explains in a very detailed manner. She is very approachable and we can ask her about doubts any number of times and she explains everytime with the same patience as the first time. Along with being an amazing teacher , she comes across as a very warm and sweet person. It was great to connect with her!
The phonics class is very well connected .Mam explains letter sounds blending and reading skills clearly. I have become more confident in teaching phonics.Thank you mam for your support.
The Jolly Reading Phonics Classes with Megha Vyas Ma’am have been an amazing experience! She explains concepts clearly, makes learning engaging, and ensures every session is interactive. A great class for anyone looking to strengthen their phonics teaching skills.
I recently attended a 5-day online Level 1 phonics class with Jolly reading, and I found it to be a very informative and worthwhile experience. Megha Ma‘am gave clear and detailed explanations of phonics concepts and shared practical strategies for teaching them effectively. Each session was well-organized and easy to follow, she break down each topic in a way that made it simple and accessible. Her teaching style was supportive and engaging.
Amazing teacher and teaching style too friend and highly professional. It's worth joining the sessions conducted by ma'am. She is really making timings flexible and easy for me as I am a teacher joining from UAE.
Megha ma'am is very experienced and knowledgeable. She has taught the topics in detail with a lot of patience. She has managed to address all the queries in a clear manner. I would recommend the course to all those interested in helping their own children or class, read and speak better.
I took basic phonic online classes from Meghaji and I found her class useful and very easy to understand. She was patient during her lessons and was ready to answer all the queries put up to her.
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