This course will support teachers with developing their pedagogy in order to teach reading effectively in EYFS and KS1. Joining the two phases together will provide teachers with the starting points and journeys of a child’s reading from EYFS to the end of KS1, as well as support children who may be working below age related expectations. 

We will discuss the crucial ‘pre-reading skills’ that children need, as well as how to support children in using their Phonics knowledge effectively to become confident and independent readers whilst aligning to your school’s chosen SSP. 

Practitioners will critically analyse what makes effective group reading and they will have the opportunity to observe and analyse a filmed group reading session in their specific year group. 

There will also be practical take aways in how to improve and enhance your reading environments to encourage a love of reading. Participants will leave with a range of ideas to support group reading effectively, as well as some example planning and resources to support early readers.