Field Lane Primary School, Brighouse, West Yorkshire
“Pupils are well supported to develop a genuine love for reading as soon as they start school. Leaders provide staff with the training they need to implement the phonics programme consistently and with precision. They check regularly that pupils are keeping up. Those at risk of falling behind are supported to catch up quickly.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Requires Improvement
Jerry Clay Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
“All adults are experts at teaching early reading. Pupils as young as Year 1 understand grammatical terminology, such as prefix and suffix.
Typically, all pupils pass the Year 1 phonics screening check each year.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Outstanding
St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School, Oldham, Greater Manchester
“The school has successfully introduced a
new phonics programme. Staff are well trained to deliver this programme effectively. […] Skilled support from staff ensures that pupils who find reading difficult, including
older pupils in key stage 2, catch up with their peers. The school ensures that parents
know how to continue this support at home…”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Minet Infant and Nursery School, Hayes, London
“A strong culture of reading is evident across the school. Early reading is prioritised right from the start using a systematic phonics programme. The school ensures that there is regular training in phonics for all staff to ensure consistency in how reading is taught.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School, St Albans, Hertfordshire
“The school worked at pace to put in place a rigorous phonics programme. There is bespoke training for staff. This focuses on the elements that pupils need in order to progress to the next stage of the programme. If they do fall behind, pupils receive timely and effective help. Pupils regularly revise the sounds they need to learn. This systematic approach helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Viscount Beaumont’s Church of England Primary School, Coalville, Leicestershire
“Teaching pupils to read sits at the heart of the curriculum. The school’s reading curriculum is well planned and sequenced. Staff have been well trained to teach phonics.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Lydford Primary School, Okehampton, Devon
“From their start in Reception, children enjoy listening to stories. They quickly learn sounds that enable them to begin to read simple words. Regular checks on their learning mean that pupils build accuracy and confidence. Any pupils who struggle receive the support they need to catch up.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Kneesall C of E Primary School, Kneesall, Newark, Nottinghamshire
“The school promotes a strong culture of reading across all year groups. Staff read stories with enthusiasm. Classroom libraries are well stocked with books that stimulate pupils’ interest and celebrate diversity in society.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Millcourt School, Shelf, Halifax
“Teaching pupils to read is a key focus in school. Well-trained staff support those pupils who need specialist phonics support. Daily reading and story sessions happen every day.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Requires Improvement
Longcause Community Special School, Plymouth, Devon
“The school aims for every pupil to become a reader. Pupils benefit from highly effective phonics teaching across the school. The school ensures staff have the knowledge and expertise to teach phonics skilfully.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good