Our Phonics and Spelling Curriculum
The school follows a rigorous and systematic approach to the teaching of synthetic phonics supported by Rising Star's Rocket Phonics scheme of work. Our school’s approach to phonics establishes consistent practice, continuity and progression in the teaching and learning of phonics. We engage in staff training and development, to ensure that our phonics teaching is of a high-quality. In EYFS and KS1, all children receive daily, discrete, phonics and spelling lessons. We use Rocket Phonics materials to support the teaching of phonics, ensuring that we adapt our sessions to meet the needs of all children in class. Please click here to learn more about the Rocket Phonics scheme.
In KS2, children continue to follow the National Curriculum's expectations for spelling. These include dictation exercises, investigations of spelling patterns, focused spelling activities within small group settings and weekly spelling lists sent home for important consolidation.
Please find a copy of the statutory Years 3&4 and Years 5&6 spelling lists.
