Is your child ready for Grade 1? Saving Grace Learn to Read builds real reading confidence with CAPS-aligned phonics — so your little one starts big school ready to shine.
The jump to Grade 1 is a big one. Saving Grace Learn to Read prepares your child step by step with systematic, CAPS-aligned phonics — the same building blocks used in South African classrooms. Children learn their letter sounds, blend them into words, and start reading simple sentences, so they walk into big school already knowing what to expect.
Every lesson is read aloud, hands-on and self-paced, so your child builds skills — and confidence — without pressure.
Every lesson follows the official South African CAPS curriculum, so your child learns exactly what Grade 1 expects.
Local voices, local stories and English & Afrikaans support — designed for our classrooms and our children.
No pressure and no deadlines. Your child repeats and practises until each skill truly clicks.
A clear parent dashboard shows exactly which sounds, words and skills your child has mastered.
Three simple steps, from first sounds to reading with confidence.
Your child learns each letter and the sound it makes — the true foundation of reading.
Sounds are blended together into simple words, with plenty of read-aloud practice.
Your child reads their first sentences and short stories — ready to shine in Grade 1.
Tick the skills your child can already do. The rest are exactly what our programme builds.
From first letter sounds in Grade R through to blending, sight words and simple stories, Saving Grace Learn to Read covers every step your child needs to be truly ready for Grade 1 — and to keep thriving once they're there.
See plans & pricing →Use the checklist above. If your child knows most letter sounds, can rhyme, and enjoys books, they're well on their way. Our free lessons help you fill any gaps before big school starts.
It's designed for children in the year before Grade 1 — typically Grade R learners aged 5 to 6 — but works for any child building early reading skills at their own pace.
Yes. Every lesson follows the official South African CAPS curriculum, so your child learns the same phonics and skills expected in Grade 1 classrooms.
The first two lessons of every grade are completely free — no card needed. Full access starts from R149/month via secure PayFast, and you can cancel anytime.
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