Phonics

At Palatine, pupils are taught synthetic phonics systematically, and this supports their early reading development. We use the Song of Sounds phonics scheme, Song of Sounds is a multi-sensory phonics programme. It is hands-on and interactive with music, movement and practical activities at its core. Song is a key part of the programme, helping children to remember phonemes (sounds) and associate them with graphemes (written letters). Children will learn different songs depending on the stage they are working at. Please contact your child’s class teacher for more information about their stage.

For more information on what phonics is and how to help your child with phonics using the Song of Sounds approach, please access the parent and carer’s guide.