Reading and phonics

Reading is a valuable, lifelong skill that intersects all areas of the curriculum. We develop our pupils through independent and shared reading as well as regular library sessions which empower them to find pleasure in reading.

Early reading starts with Letters and Sounds, a phonics scheme which runs from Phase 1 to Phase 6. Children work sequentially through the phases, developing phonic knowledge, blending and segmenting skills.

We use the Bug Club reading scheme for our instructional 1:1 reading, guided reading sessions and we have a paid subscription for all pupils to access texts online at home.

Click here to access your child’s Bug Club.
Please ask your child’s teacher for their login information.

Further information

  • We have paid a subscription for all pupils to access Lexia, this can also be accessed from home:
    www.lexiacore5.com 

  • Below are some helpful tips and activities to support your children’s learning and discover 250 eBooks:
    www.oxfordowl.co.uk

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