Intent

At Christ the King, we use Read Write Inc. (RWI) to ensure all children become confident, fluent readers who develop a love of reading. Through a systematic and structured approach to phonics, children learn to read accurately, write confidently and develop a strong understanding of language. We aim for every child to make rapid progress, enabling them to access the wider curriculum and become successful lifelong learners.

Implementation

• Daily phonics lessons are taught from Reception onwards using the Read Write Inc. programme.
• Children are assessed regularly and grouped according to their phonics knowledge and reading ability, ensuring teaching closely matches their needs.
• Lessons develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through a consistent approach.
• Pupils read carefully matched books that enable them to practise and apply their phonics knowledge successfully.
• Ongoing assessment informs timely interventions and additional support for pupils who may be at risk of falling behind.
• Staff receive regular training and coaching to ensure high-quality and consistent delivery of the programme.
• Parents are supported through workshops and resources to help reinforce phonics learning at home.

Impact

As a result of our phonics provision:

• Children develop confidence, fluency and enjoyment in reading.
• Pupils acquire the phonics knowledge and skills needed to decode unfamiliar words successfully.
• Gaps in learning are identified quickly and addressed through targeted support.
• Children become increasingly confident writers as they apply their phonic knowledge in spelling and composition.
• Pupils are well prepared for the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check.
• Children leave the early stages of reading with the skills needed to access a broad and ambitious curriculum and develop a lifelong love of reading.