by Naomi Hinton | Sep 4, 2024 | News
Whilst the timing of this blog was prompted by the start of the new academic year in the UK, the guidance will be useful to teachers using a Phonics Screening Check anywhere around the world. Welcome to the start of another new academic year! Whilst the PSC (Phonics...
by admin | Jul 2, 2024 | News
CEO, John Walker, reflects on the history and purpose of the phonics screening check and shares his advice for educators looking to support their students going forward. Twelve years on and after much initial opposition, English schools have just run the latest...
by Tita Beaven | Jun 19, 2024 | News
Last week, John Walker and I had the privilege of visiting Twynyrodyn Community School in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, to observe their phonics lessons in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, as well as in an intervention setting. The school motto is ‘Giving our children the best...
by admin | Jun 4, 2024 | News
There’s so much for schools and educators to consider when switching literacy programs. From managing staffing and resources to understanding the financial implications involved. To help you navigate this transition successfully, we’ve put together a comprehensive...
by Naomi Hinton | Apr 23, 2024 | News
Meet the Sounds-Write team – Naomi, Head of Training Meet the team! Naomi has taught and led across the primary age range in two National Support Schools. She’s been an Assistant Headteacher and taught phonics, both in the classroom and as an intervention. Read...