Common Exception Words
Some words cannot be sounded out the usual way — the "tricky words". This topic helps children recognise the statutory common exception words for Years 1 and 2 on sight.
💡 How to use these resources
🎒 For students
New to Common Exception Words? Start with a lesson to learn the method, then take a quiz to see what has stuck. Replay the games to build speed, and keep the flashcards handy for quick recall.
👪 For parents & carers
Helping with Common Exception Words at home? You do not need to be the expert — the lessons teach it, the quizzes mark themselves and show what to revisit, and the printable worksheets give screen-free practice.
🍎 For teachers
Teaching Common Exception Words? Use a lesson as a ready-made starter, set a quiz for instant assessment, and send a worksheet home — all curriculum-mapped, with progress visible on your dashboard.