Phonics

Our Vision

At Moss Park, we believe that phonics isn't just a subject—it's a key to unlocking literacy skills and a lifelong love for reading. Phonics is taught following the Bug Club scheme. From learning to decode their first words to confidently navigating diverse texts, our children develop a profound, hands-on grasp of how phonics shapes their reading where we continue to use the Bug Club matched reading scheme.

At Moss Park, phonics education serves as a gateway to comprehension and communication, empowering our students to excel academically and beyond. We are dedicated to fostering proficient readers who are equipped to explore literature with confidence and express themselves effectively. Our commitment lies in nurturing literate individuals who are poised to thrive in an ever-evolving literary landscape.

Our Aims

• Understand and use the basic principles of phonics education.

• Break down language challenges and practice phonics strategies regularly to read and understand text.

• Evaluate and apply phonics knowledge, including new sounds or letter patterns, to decode words.

• Develop confidence, skill, and creativity in using phonics for reading through developed reading fluency.

Implementation

At Moss Park Primary, we proudly implement the Bug Club phonics programme. This comprehensive synthetic phonics approach features a meticulously crafted teaching scheme of work alongside a rich array of fully decodable books, available in both print and online formats.

Our commitment to excellence is evident in the consistent delivery of phonics education, facilitated by adaptable resources that cater to the diverse needs of every child. Each lesson adheres to a structured format, ensuring continuity and reinforcing phonics skills acquisition. Through systematic reinforcement, active learning, and practical application, our phonics lessons aim to empower students with the confidence and proficiency to decode and engage with texts effectively. Learn more about reading and Moss Park here.