Little Wandle Phonics
At Maynards Green School we understand the importance of children being able to read to support children in their learning journey. This starts with our very youngest children when they start to read using their phonics knowledge. It is essential that our approach to teaching phonics and reading is accessible to all learners, regardless of background.
How do we teach phonics?
- Daily phonics lessons in Reception and Year 1
- Daily Keep-up lessons ensure every child learns to read
- Daily phonics and spelling in Year 2
- Children in Year 2 to Year 6: Rapid Catch-up
- Teaching reading: Reading practice sessions three times a week
- Home reading
- Additional reading support for vulnerable children
- Ensuring consistency and pace of progress
- Ensuring reading for pleasure
Supporting phonics learning at home
The importance of early reading
Regularly reading to a child for the love of it provides a connection between parent and child from the very early days and helps build strong family ties. Lines from favourite stories enter the family lexicon. Families who enjoy reading together have more opportunities for discussion, developing empathy and attachment. Reading to their infant is one of the greatest gifts parents can give. By starting the journey of building a lifelong love of reading for pleasure, parents are giving their child the opportunity to be the best they can be: children who read for pleasure do better in a wide range of subjects at school and it also positively impacts children’s wellbeing.