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Adding or editing reading bands

Create and maintain an ordered set of school reading bands.

  • 4 steps
  • For teachers and staff
  • Checked 8 November 2026
These steps work the same for every school, whether you use an MIS sync such as Wonde or manage classes yourself.

Follow the steps

  1. Open Reading Bands

    Open the menu and choose Reading Bands.

    Screenshot: Open Reading Bands
  2. Add a new band

    Choose New Reading Band, type its name, then choose Add.

    Screenshot: Add a new band
  3. Rename, reorder or remove bands

    Change the names or the order of your school's bands, where your account allows it.

    Screenshot: Rename, reorder or remove bands
  4. Save your changes

    Choose Save. Choose Cancel to leave without saving.

    Screenshot: Save your changes
  5. Tip

    The usual order of bands is: Lilac, Pink, Red, Yellow, Light blue, Green, Orange, Turquoise, Purple, Gold, White, Lime, Lime+, Brown, Grey, Dark blue, Dark red.

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