Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1
In the Foundation Stage and Key Stage One, the children follow a synthetic, systematic phonics programme (Monster Phonics - click on the link to learn more Monster Phonics. The daily structured phonic sessions teach children to recognise phonemes (units of sound) and blend phonemes together in order to read words. The children are able to apply these taught skills (and many other skills) during ‘guided reading sessions’ in class, where they are taught to read and interpret texts, and also when sharing their reading books at home with their families.
To access information about the new curriculum and spellings
click here English – Appendix 1: Spelling
At Saint Wilfrid's we are using Superhero Spelling to support children’s spelling in KS2.
The Superhero Spelling Programme is an engaging and dynamic resource that covers the full scope of the 2014 Spelling Curriculum, ensuring your child meets all Key Stage 2 spelling requirements.
Designed to build on phonics knowledge, it embeds essential spelling rules through fun and memorable activities led by a cast of superheroes and powerful memory cues. Each lesson is interactive, with a mix of age-appropriate activities that promote active learning. Children also benefit from partner work and talk time to reinforce their learning.
Discover our fun cast of superheroes
As a parent your child will receive 10 weekly spelling words each week. Weekly dictation sentences integrate these spelling words, offering both practice and a self-check process. The programme places extra focus on statutory words in weeks 6 and 12 of each term, ensuring a comprehensive understanding.
With its powerful blend of visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic approaches, Superhero Spelling makes learning to spell an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
