We recognise the importance of phonics in teaching children to read and write confidently. We use Monster Phonics, a DFE validated phonics scheme.
Monster Phonics is a whole class ‘Systematic Synthetic Phonics Scheme’ with decodable books for children in Reception and Key Stage 1. It also has an intervention programme, that through rigorous assessment, ensures that any child that is in danger of falling behind is provided with timely intervention.
Monster Phonics teaches children to read by enabling them to identify the individual graphemes and blend the sounds together. It is a fun way to teach phonics and early reading as it is multi-sensory. Sounds are categorised into ten colour groups, and each colour has a corresponding monster character. Monster Phonics is a highly advanced multisensory scheme. This creates interest and engagement from the children. v