Reading recovery is offered to children in grade 1. They are the children who have not progressed with the first wave of teaching in their prep year for a number of reasons.

They are clearly identified through a formal assessment  early in grade 1. (teachers are well aware during their prep year and have a very good idea of who will need the assistance)

The children complete usually no more than 20 weeks of instruction. The lessons are daily and last for half an hour.

Parents are encouraged to become involved and help with some tasks to do at home every night.