Phonics

Important Phonics Information

In Reception we begin teaching children to read.  At Our Lady of Lourdes, we follow Ruth Miskin's 'Read, Write Inc.' phonics scheme. Please use the resources below to help you understand phonics and to help your children with their phonics and reading.

Understanding Phonics

Watch this video to understand what phonics is and why is it important to develop your child's reading.

How to say the sounds

Watch this video to help your child to say clear and pure sounds. This is important to understand and practise with your children to develop their word reading.

Things to think about when you read to your child

Reading to your child helps them to develop a love for reading. Watch this video to understand how you can help your child create enthusiasm for books and reading.