Jolly Phonics Teacher Training in Malaysia (Live Online, Level 1 & 2)
Teachers, tutors, parents and home educators in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu can train live online with Megha Vyas. Level 1 covers early reading for ages 4–6, Level 2 covers advanced phonics for ages 7–12, with time slots arranged for Malaysia and a Certificate of Participation on completion.
What to Expect
Mode
Live online
Levels
Level 1 (Basic Phonics) · Level 2 (Advanced Phonics)
Duration
Level 1: ~10 hours · Level 2: ~6 hours (combined ~16 hours)
Time Slots
Different slots available; tell us your preferred time and we'll arrange an evening slot in Malaysia
Trainer
Megha Vyas, Education Consultant, Jolly Reading
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
Fee
Enquire for current fees
Choose Your Jolly Phonics Training Level
Basic Phonics (for Beginners)
For teachers and parents starting out. Covers the 42 letter sounds, letter formation, blending, segmenting, tricky words and core spelling rules — everything needed to teach a child to begin reading.
Explore Level 1 Teacher Training →Advanced Phonics
For those who have completed Level 1 or already teach phonics. Covers advanced sounds, morphology, syllable types, prefixes and suffixes, schwa, vowel-r and long vowel spelling patterns.
Explore Level 2 Teacher Training →Best for
Beginners, KG teachers, parents
Phonics teachers, Level 1 graduates
Focus
Reading foundations
Spelling, word structure, older learners
Who Provides the Training?
The training is delivered by Megha Vyas, Education Consultant at Jolly Reading, who has been teaching phonics and grammar in Mumbai since 2004.
- Jolly Phonics & Jolly Grammar certification from Jolly Phonics CPD College, UK
- Certified Remedial Educator, trained to support children with reading and language difficulties
- Former Air India cabin crew — daily work with international spoken English that carries into her focus on accurate pronunciation of every sound
Jolly Phonics is a programme published by Jolly Learning Ltd, UK. Jolly Reading is an independent training provider and is not affiliated with Jolly Learning Ltd; the Certificate of Participation is issued by Jolly Reading.
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.”
Why Teachers in Malaysia Choose Online Training
Early reading in Malaysia is taught in national KSSR, vernacular and international schools, and teachers meet children with very different levels of English. Specialist phonics training is concentrated in a few large cities in Malaysia. Live online training means a teacher in Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu or Kuching gets the same training as one in Kuala Lumpur, with the same trainer and the same practice sessions.
No Travel
Join from Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu or Kuching or anywhere else in Malaysia.
Time Zone That Works
MYT (UTC+8) is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of India. A 4:00pm IST session starts at 6:30pm in Kuala Lumpur.
Live, Not Recorded
Sounds, actions and blending are demonstrated, practised and corrected in session.
Built for Mixed-Language Classrooms
Many children in Malaysia speak Malay, Mandarin, Tamil or a Chinese dialect at home; a sound-first method gives them a clear route into English reading.
| If the session is at (India, IST) | It is at, in Kuala Lumpur (MYT) |
|---|---|
| 3:00pm | 5:30pm |
| 4:00pm | 6:30pm |
| 5:00pm | 7:30pm |
Exact batch times are confirmed when you enquire.
Who Is This Training For?
- Preschool and Standard 1 teachers, tutors and international-school teachers in Malaysia
- Teachers moving into a phonics role
- Parents and home educators
- Aspiring teachers and trainees (ECCEd, D.Ed. and similar)
- Anyone planning to start phonics classes — the course covers the commercial model
How the Live Online Training Works
Course content delivered live
Live demos of sounds, actions and blending
Online practice test
How to teach phonics online and engage children virtually
How to start a phonics class (commercial model)
What Teachers Are Saying
“An excellent learning experience.”
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
“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
“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
FAQs: Jolly Phonics Teacher Training in Malaysia
Can I do Jolly Phonics teacher training online from Malaysia? +
Yes. Training is live online, so you can join from anywhere in Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu or Kuching. All you need is a stable internet connection and a quiet space.
Which level should I start with? +
Start with Level 1 if you are new to phonics or teach children aged about 4 to 6. Choose Level 2 if you already teach phonics or have completed Level 1 and want to support children aged about 7 to 12. If you are unsure, tell us what you teach and we will suggest one.
What time are sessions in Malaysia? +
Malaysia (MYT, UTC+8) is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of India. A 4:00pm IST session is 6:30pm in Kuala Lumpur. Different time slots are available; tell us your preferred time and we'll arrange a slot that suits Malaysia.
Can I take both levels? +
Yes. Level 1 is about 10 hours and Level 2 about 6 hours, around 16 hours combined. Many teachers do Level 1 first and Level 2 afterwards, and you can book them as separate batches.
Will I get a certificate? +
Yes, a Certificate of Participation on completion. It is Jolly Reading's own certificate. It is not issued by Jolly Learning Ltd, and it is not an accreditation or a government qualification.
Do I need teaching experience? +
No. Level 1 is designed for beginners, parents and aspiring teachers. Level 2 is better with some phonics teaching experience, or after Level 1.
Is the training suitable for teachers in national, vernacular and international schools in Malaysia? +
Yes. Children in Malaysia meet English through KSSR, vernacular or international schools, with very different levels of exposure. Level 1 gives you a sound-first method that does not assume vocabulary, and Level 2 helps with older children who still guess at words.
Do you offer a Jolly Grammar course for kids? +
Yes. Our Advanced Phonics classes for ages 7–12 include Jolly Grammar.
Enrol From Malaysia
Tell us your preferred level and time slot, and we'll confirm the next batch in Malaysia time.