Understanding Your Child's Progress
What accuracy scores mean and when to talk to your therapist.
When your child practices, Sound Safari tracks their accuracy — the percentage of words they produce correctly.
What the numbers mean:
Below 50% — Your child is still learning this sound. This is normal for new or difficult sounds. Keep practicing with support.
50-70% — Making progress. The sound is emerging but needs more practice to become consistent.
70-85% — Great progress. Your child is getting the hang of it. Practice helps make it automatic.
85%+ — Excellent. Your child is producing this sound accurately. Continue practice to maintain the skill.
What to keep in mind:
Progress isn't always linear — some days will be better than others
Accuracy at home may differ from accuracy in the clinic, and that's okay
The goal isn't 100% every time — consistent improvement over weeks is what matters
Different sounds develop at different ages — some take longer than others
When to talk to your therapist:
If accuracy stays below 50% after several weeks of regular practice
If your child is getting frustrated or refusing to practice
If you're not sure which sounds to focus on
If you notice your child struggling with sounds not assigned as homework
Your therapist can see your child's practice history in the app and will adjust the plan based on progress.
