My Letters and Sounds Training packages

This training will explore how Systematic Synthetic Phonics (SSP) can develop essential reading skills and how the Reading Framework impacts current teaching. We'll look at the alphabetic code, the foundation of reading, and equip you with the technical vocabulary of phonics instruction.

The session unpacks core concepts like blending and segmenting, decoding strategies, and the importance of speaking and listening skills. We'll also delve into the application of spelling, letter formation and handwriting, and the crucial role of the teacher in fostering strong phonics skills.

This session will give you the confidence needed to teach the My Letters and Sounds progression. We'll break down the recommended timetable, guiding you through the contents of each phonics phase in detail. We'll address pacing and progression strategies to ensure all learners are appropriately challenged, while also exploring the balance between whole-class instruction and effective use of ability groups within the My Letters and Sounds framework.

The session concludes by providing strategies and resources to support Year 2 children who may not have met the expected standard in the Phonics Screening Check.

In this session, we'll explore how best to use the different My Letters and Sounds resources. You'll gain a thorough understanding of the six-stage teaching sequence employed in the programme - Introduce, Revisit & Review, Teach, Practise, Apply, and Assess. We'll unpack the rationale behind this method and delve into the importance of incorporating a multi-sensory approach to cater to diverse learning styles.

Finally, the session will introduce the concept of ongoing (formative) assessment within My Letters and Sounds, equipping you with tools to monitor pupil progress and tailor instruction accordingly.

This session provides you with the tools to bring the programme to life, focusing on a whole school approach while highlighting the role of the phonics lead. We'll delve into the process of delivering a captivating My Letters and Sounds phonics lesson, including how to effectively use the decodable readers to support pupil learning. We'll also address assessment strategies within the programme, helping you monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed. Supporting children at risk of falling behind is a key focus, and we'll provide practical strategies for intervention.

We'll also provide advice on engaging parents and empowering families to support their children's phonics development.