Phonics
Phonics - Implementation
When starting in Year 3, the expectation is that many children will be able to read fairly fluently. They should be reading many words on sight and using a range of strategies in order to read complex, unfamiliar words. Most children in Year 3 will have daily Guided Reading sessions. However, some pupils may need extra support with reading and will need to continue learning phonics.
At Field Road Academy we use the Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics programme. RWI is a method of learning to read, centred around a systematic program of teaching phonics.
When using RWI to read the children will:
* learn 44 sounds and the corresponding letter/letter groups using simple picture prompts
*learn to read words using Fred Talk
*read lively stories featuring words they have learned to sound out and show that they comprehend the stories by answering questions.
We prioritise early reading and adopt a consistent approach:
- Phonics is taught daily for one hour.
- Phonics groups are flexible and reviewed every 6 weeks (or when necessary) according to progress.
- Children start with decodable books.
- Phonics books are sent home weekly to be read alongside parents.
- Sound and blending tutoring are given when needed.
Here is how the coloured books progress in RWI:
Most children by the end of Year 2 should be off the programme.
At Field Road Academy we continue with phonics in Year 3 for the children who need it and assess their progress every 6 weeks to see if they can move to Guided Reading sessions.
If you want further information about the curriculum content your child is covering please call the academy office to arrange an appointment to see the subject leader.
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