PSC success for six trusts working in areas of disadvantage
Across the trusts, 96 schools, the average PSC result increased from 88% in 2019 to 92% in 2024. 34% of children qualify for free school meals compared to the national average of 24.6%.
Ark Primary, 24 schools in Birmingham, Hastings, London, and Portsmouth
“We want all our pupils to develop extraordinary reading habits. Simply put – Read Write Inc. Phonics makes this possible.”
Cornwall Education Learning Trust, Central Cornwall
“Our children have a secure reading foundation with Read Write Inc. Phonics. This reaps huge rewards across the curriculum and shows in our Key Stage 2 results.”
The Constellation Trust, Kingston upon Hull
“Tutors have grown in confidence and teach to each child’s challenge point. 100% of tutored children make progress in their phonic knowledge.”
Ruth’s Updates
This newsletter includes: FREE leadership training online sessions, Word Time 1.6 and 1.7 words, Perfect prep for Key Stage 1 SATs, Ditty practice activities, classroom in-action films and NEW Talk Through Stories units.
Little Red by Bethan Woollvin
Some little girls are scared of wolves but not this little girl. Little Red is brave. Little Red is clever. Little Red will not be tricked by a silly wolf. A fabulous retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, perfect for Reception and Year 1 children.
Out of the Blue by Robert Tregoning and Stef Murphy
The child in this story feel sad and alone. Everything in the world is the colour blue; including the grass and he loves… yellow. Is it okay to love yellow? Will his dad still love him? ‘Life is like a rainbow – we all love different things.’ A story to celebrate individuality and diversity.
Grandad’s Camper by Harry Woodgate
Grandad and Gramps travelled the world in their camper van but sadly Gramps isn’t around anymore. The child in this story listens as Grandad remembers their joyful trips. Will Grandad take one more trip to the beach? Stunning illustrations and a powerful story of love and loss.
Princesses Break Free by Timothy Knapman and Jenny Lovlie
Princess Tilly is no ordinary princess. She doesn’t wait to be rescued and inspires other princesses to do the same. ‘For the first time, princesses everywhere were doing exactly what they’d always WANTED to do!’ Soon princes, witches and fairy godmothers join in the revolution!
I am Nefertiti by Annemarie Anang and Natelle Quek
Nefertiti’s grandma chose her name and she is proud of it. When Nefertiti plays drums with a band, her new music teacher shortens her name to “Nef’. Nefertiti feels her body shrink. Will she be able to play the drums when she feels this way? Our names matter.