Supporting UK Reading StandardsYears 1-6
Primary Story aligns with the UK National Curriculum for English (Reading), supporting statutory requirements for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
VIPERS Framework: All 6 Reading Domains Covered
Primary Story uses the VIPERS framework—the reading comprehension system used in every UK primary school. Track progress across all 6 domains through engaging, personalised stories.
Vocabulary
Understanding word meanings in context and building rich vocabulary
Retrieval
Finding key details and information directly stated in the text
Inference
Reading between the lines to understand implied meanings
Prediction
Using details to anticipate what might happen next
Summarising
Identifying main ideas and key points from the text
Author's Choices
Understanding why authors use specific language and techniques
Curriculum Objectives by Year Group
Our AI adapts story complexity, vocabulary, and comprehension questions to match each year level
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Apply phonic knowledge to decode words
- Blend sounds in unfamiliar words
- Read common exception words
- Understand what they read aloud
- Make simple inferences
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Read accurately and fluently
- Read with appropriate expression
- Make inferences from text
- Predict story outcomes
- Discuss favourite words and phrases
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Read wide range of fiction genres
- Identify themes and conventions
- Draw inferences about characters
- Predict from stated and implied details
- Retrieve and recall information
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Read increasingly challenging texts
- Infer characters' feelings and thoughts
- Justify inferences with evidence
- Identify main ideas across paragraphs
- Summarise main ideas from texts
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Read complex texts with understanding
- Draw inferences about motives
- Identify how language creates meaning
- Distinguish fact from opinion
- Provide reasoned justifications
Key Curriculum Objectives
- Discuss increasingly challenging texts
- Compare themes across books
- Analyze author's language choices
- Identify how structure affects meaning
- Evaluate different perspectives
Exclusive UK Features
Features you won't find in any other reading app—built specifically for UK families
National Curriculum Attainment Levels
Track your child's progress with the same standards used in UK schools. See if they're Working Towards, at Expected Standard, or achieving Greater Depth—matching teacher assessments and report cards.
- Aligned with SATs expectations
- Based on VIPERS performance
- Updates automatically as they improve
Built-in SATs Practice Mode
The ONLY reading app with authentic SATs practice for Year 2 and Year 6. Timed tests with scaled scoring (80-120 range) matching real SATs papers.
- Year 2: 20 questions, 30 minutes
- Year 6: 30 questions, 60 minutes
- VIPERS-aligned questions
- Detailed performance breakdown
Reading Age Calculator
See your child's reading age compared to their chronological age. Used by UK primary schools to track development and identify areas for support.
- Comprehension, fluency & vocabulary assessed
- Shows months ahead or behind
- Targeted recommendations provided
Dyslexia-Friendly Mode
Built-in accessibility features to make reading easier for children with dyslexia or visual processing difficulties. Fully customizable per child.
- OpenDyslexic font option
- Adjustable spacing & text size
- Tinted backgrounds (cream, blue, green)
- Settings saved automatically
Why Primary Story is Different
Epic!, Reading Eggs, and Raz-Kids are built for American schools. They don't have VIPERS, SATs practice, attainment levels, or reading age tracking.
How Primary Story Supports the Curriculum
📚 Personalized Stories
Each story is generated to match your child's reading level, interests, and curriculum requirements for their year group.
❓ Comprehension Questions
Every story includes questions testing all 6 reading domains: vocabulary, retrieval, inference, prediction, summarizing, and author's choices.
📊 Progress Tracking
Parents can monitor their child's development against curriculum objectives through our detailed analytics dashboard.
🎯 Adaptive Learning
Our AI adjusts difficulty based on comprehension scores, ensuring children are challenged appropriately while building confidence.
Ofsted-Aligned Reading Development
Supporting Ofsted's expectations for high-quality reading instruction
Early Reading (Years 1-2)
- Phonics-based approach to word reading
- Fluency development through engaging texts
- Comprehension from the start
- Love of reading through personalization
Developing Reading (Years 3-6)
- Wide range of high-quality texts
- Vocabulary development in context
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Reading for pleasure prioritized
Support Your Child's Curriculum Learning
Start with 2 free stories per month. No credit card required.
✓ Aligned with UK National Curriculum ✓ All 6 reading domains ✓ Years 1-6 supported
Primary Story aligns with the UK National Curriculum for English (Reading) - Statutory Guidance (2014, updated 2023).
Designed as a supplementary resource to support home learning alongside school instruction.