We believe it is essential that children master the skill of reading and so we spend a lot of time
in the early years tackling this. We use the Oxford Reading Tree Scheme supplemented by a variety of books; including Rigby Rockets and Project X.
Please feel free to download a copy of our 'Reading in Reception' letter to parents.
Phonics is taught daily in F/KS1 in 20 minute sessions. Children are taught in their phonics
groups. We follow the Read Write Inc phonics programme.
Children in Year 1 will take their Phonics Screening Test at the end of Year 1. This is a National Assessment to make sure that all pupils have learned phonic decoding to an appropriate standard by the age of 6.
All Year 1 pupils in maintained schools must complete the check. The phonics check will help teachers identify the children who need extra help so they can receive the support they need to improve their reading skills. These children will then be able to retake the check in Year 2. The check comprises of a list of 40 words and non-words which the child will read one to one with a teacher.