Year 3 & 4 Common Exception Words Flashcards | Tricky Words | Spelling & Reading Practice

Help children build confidence with tricky spelling patterns using our Year 3 and Year 4 Common Exception Words flashcards.

This printable flashcard set includes all statutory common exception words for Years 3 and 4, presented in a clear, child-friendly format to support reading fluency, spelling accuracy, and word recognition.

Each word is displayed on its own colourful flashcard, making the set ideal for small-group work, spelling practice, interventions, and independent learning. The simple design keeps the focus on the word itself, helping pupils practise words that cannot be easily decoded using phonics rules.

The set also includes blank flashcards, allowing teachers and parents to add extra words or personalise the resource to meet individual learning needs.

What’s Included
All Year 3 & Year 4 Common Exception Words (UK statutory list)
8 blank flashcards for custom words or additional practice
Clear, easy-to-read word cards
Print-friendly A4 layout (8 cards per page)
PDF format for instant download

How This Resource Can Be Used
Spelling and reading practice
Small-group or intervention work
Word walls and classroom displays
Homework or independent learning tasks
Support for EAL and SEND pupils

Resource Details:
Format: PDF (Instant Download)
Age Range: Children aged 7–9
Curriculum: UK National Curriculum (Years 3 & 4 spelling)