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Read Write Inc

 

‘Get reading. Keep reading. Change everything.’

Ruth Miskin

How we teach Reading

At Burlington Infants we follow the Read Write Inc programme for teaching sounds and reading. This starts during your child’s first few weeks in Reception. The information below will provide you with further details about what the programme involves and how you can help at home.

What is Read Write Inc?

Read Write Inc is a fully integrated reading and writing programme, firmly based in synthetic phonics. Synthetic phonics is simply the ability to convert a letter or letter group into sounds that are then blended together into a word. These words are embedded in lovely stories so children can read books independently.

The 5 Principles

  1. Pace

The children are carefully assessed then taught in small ability groups, with children participating fully throughout each session.

  1. Praise

The children are praised regularly to help them gain confidence and develop a love of reading.

  1. Focused teaching

Every activity has a clear purpose and high expectations are modelled by staff.

  1. 100% participation

Children work with a partner, teaching each other and sharing ideas so that every child is actively involved throughout every session.

  1. Love of reading

Staff and children enjoy the lessons and share a passion for reading – the greater the passion, the faster the progress!

Resources for Parents and Carers

The films below show parents and carers how we teach children to read and write with Read Write Inc Phonics.

Further information for parents and carers:

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