Follows the principle of SSP teaching
Cover all the required content of Letters and Sounds (2007) Phase 6 through literacy skills lessons
Builds in National Curriculum requirements for Year 2
Ensure children meet and exceed age-related related expectations
Uses a consistent teaching and learning cycle
Establish effective classroom routines through Review, Teach, Practise, Apply and Assess
Introduces and gradually develops cursive handwriting
Support children in becoming confident writers
Focuses on phonics for spelling and writing
Equip children with essential literacy skills for the wider English curriculum and the transition to Key Stage 2 (P4-P7)
Uses a range of exciting fiction and non-fiction reading books
Widen vocabulary and nurture a love of reading with Reading Planet Comet Street Kids and Galaxy books and online teaching storybooks