Learning to read is one of the most important skills children develop at primary school. At Willerby Carr Lane Primary School, we support children to become confident, fluent readers through a structured phonics programme alongside regular opportunities to enjoy books and stories. In the early years and Key Stage 1, children learn to read using Read Write Inc., with books carefully matched to the sounds they know so they can experience success and build confidence. As children move through the school, the focus gradually shifts towards developing understanding, vocabulary and a love of reading. On this page you’ll find information about how reading and phonics are taught and how children are supported at each stage of their reading journey.

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Useful Links for Parents:

• What is RWI Phonics? – Video guide for parents – How Read Write Inc. Phonics works – a parent/carer’s guide
• How to say the sounds – pronunciation tutorial – Read Write Inc Phonics: How to say the Set 1, Set 2 and Set 3 sounds
• Parent FAQs – downloadable support sheet – Parent-FAQs.pdf
• eBooks & practice sheets – home reading materials – Parent guide to Read Write Inc. Phonics – Oxford Owl, Learning to read at home – Ruth Miskin Literacy