Phonics - Parent Tutorials
READING AT THE HEART
Reading is a vital skill to master at a young age and is necessary to unlock many other areas of the curriculum. It is also something that can provide a great deal of pleasure throughout our lives. It is for that reason that at Britannia Primary School we want all our children to read as many high quality books as they can. It is necessary that children experience a different range of genres within fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
At Britannia Primary School, our creative curriculum places a strong emphasis on Reading as its cornerstone. Our tailor-made Reading curriculum aligns with the goals set by the National Curriculum, prioritising word reading, comprehensive skills (both in listening and reading), and fostering a genuine passion for the act of reading.
At Britannia, we follow the RWI phonics program. RWI stands as a comprehensive phonics initiative encompassing top-notch training, assessment, intervention, and resources, including decodable books. All incoming staff members undergo thorough training in the RWI approach, supplemented by continuous support and training for existing teachers through practice sessions and coaching. We implement targeted interventions to assist students in keeping pace with the program. As part of fostering early independent reading skills, children exclusively engage with RWI fully decodable books, ensuring they only encounter sounds they have already learned.
The Ruth Miskin Training Youtube channel has lots of helpful videos for parents to watch to help them to understand the programme and how it works. Here are a few of them:
Early Reading for pupils with SEND - Early reading for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is a crucial foundation for their literacy development and overall academic progress. Tailored approaches to teaching reading, such as multisensory techniques and personalised instruction, are essential in accommodating the diverse needs of our pupils with SEND.