We use the Read Write Inc Phonics Programme. It offers a coherently planned sequence of lessons that supports the effective teaching of phonics within EYFS, KS1 and, where appropriate, KS2.

Through Read Write Inc phonics, children develop reading fluency and comprehension, spell and write with confidence and learn to articulate their ideas and understanding.  

How does it transform reading and writing progress for every child?

• Every lesson connects with the last and each activity connects with the next: the phonics, the reading and writing. 

• Children work in targeted progress groups so they can all participate. No child is ever left behind. They are assessed each half term to ensure the speediest progress. 

• Talking is at the heart of every lesson. Children learn the routines that enable them to explain and practise what they’ve been taught with a partner.  

We see reading as part of the foundation that education is built upon. 

We teach Phonics from the first day at school and each child receives 20 minutes of phonics teaching a day. 

We encourage the love of reading at Cleeve Prior Primary School. Children have an opportunity each day to read for pleasure. Our extensive libraries offer children the chance to read a wide range of fiction and non-fiction texts.