Hear it. Say it. Blend it. Read it.
What LoftSounds is
LoftSounds is the phonics strand of the Learning Loft platform. It teaches early reading the way children actually learn it — by ear first. Every sound is modelled clearly by a real voice, then reinforced with pictures, blending games and short reading tasks, all led by Larry the Learning Loft Bat.
Who LoftSounds helps
- EYFS and Year 1 teachers wanting a playful, curriculum-aligned way to reinforce daily phonics.
- Parents supporting early reading at home without needing to be a phonics expert.
- SEND and EAL leads giving learners extra audio-led practice at their own pace.
- Home educators teaching phonics in a structured but joyful way.
Key benefits
- Audio-first: every sound modelled clearly, exactly as taught in UK classrooms.
- SATPIN-first progression aligned to DfE-validated phonics schemes.
- Independent-friendly navigation for ages 3–7.
- Simple parent & teacher view showing what each child has practised.
- Safe, ad-free, UK-hosted and GDPR-compliant.
How LoftSounds works
Children meet each sound with Larry, hear it modelled, spot it in pictures and words, then blend and read short words that use it. Sessions are short and playful — designed for the attention span of a 4-year-old — and every session ends with a "grown-ups" tip that turns everyday moments into phonics practice.
Listen Like Larry
Tune little ears into the sounds that build words.
Sound Sparks
Meet the SATPIN sound friends and unlock each one.
Blend Blast
Hear sounds, blend them, and read your very first words.