Phonics, Reading and Maths Schemes

Maths

In Reception Class, the children learn about number through the use of Numicon apparatus.

In KS1 (Years 1 and 2) and KS2 (Years 3 – 6), we follow the White Rose Maths planning materials.

Across the school, a CPA approach is used for calculations (concrete-pictorial-abstract), where the children use a range of apparatus, then represent the apparatus using pictures, and finally represent and solve their calculation using a written method.

We place a strong emphasis on discussion during maths lessons and children are encouraged to verbally explain their thinking.

To understand how maths is taught please click on the following links.

Reading

We use a wide range of different reading schemes which have been ‘banded’ so that books with a similar ‘reading age’ are brought together in one box so that we can more easily match the right book to your child.

Phonics

Children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 receive daily phonics lessons through the Read Write Inc. scheme. We also continue to provide phonics teaching beyond Key Stage 1 for children who need further input: children will continue with phonics instruction until they can decode securely.

Phonics 1:1 tutoring will be provided for children who require extra support, for as long as they need it. We aim for all children to be able to decode securely by Year 2 so that the focus can shift to building fluency: the Read Write Inc. scheme supports this progression in children’s reading. Children will bring home a storybook that they have practised at least three times in their lessons and will also bring home decodable book bag books at just the right level for them.

Phonics is a vital aspect of children learning to read, but it is equally important that they hear a variety of texts read fluently on a regular basis. Therefore, for children in Reception and Key Stage 1 we also send home quality picture and/or chapter books for parents and carers to read to and share with their children for pleasure.
Please click on the following links to access Read Write Inc free e-books for home reading