I Can Read
An established English literacy and reading programme, and where reading confidence begins. Delivered in Bangladesh by SmartEd, its official, sole distributor.
A clear method, built for how children learn to read
I Can Read uses a structured, phonics-based approach that takes children step by step, from sounds, to words, to reading and speaking with confidence.
Phonics first
Children learn the sounds that build words: the foundation of confident reading.
Reading with meaning
Moving from decoding words to understanding and enjoying what they read.
Speaking up
Building the confidence to express ideas clearly, in English.
Writing & expression
Turning strong reading into clear, creative written expression.
Delivered in Bangladesh to a global standard.
SmartEd is the official, sole distributor of I Can Read in Bangladesh, trusted with the programme's name, method, and quality.
Questions, answered
What ages is I Can Read for?+
I Can Read is designed for children 〔aged 4–12〕. The starting point depends on your child's level, which the free assessment helps us find.
Is it online or in person?+
Your child can start through our partner schools, and online sessions are available 〔where offered〕. SmartEd Centres for in-person classes are opening soon.
How do we begin?+
Book a free, no-pressure online assessment. We get to know your child's reading level and recommend the right starting point.
Is SmartEd the official provider?+
Yes. SmartEd is the official, sole distributor of I Can Read in Bangladesh, so the programme is delivered to its global standard.