Phonics will be taught following the ‘Little Wandle’ scheme. As part of phonics your child will learn a new sound each day and develop early reading skills to enable them to become confident, fluent readers. Each child will have a decodable phonics reading book that matches their reading level. We are incredibly fortunate as we have lots of brand new books which we can’t wait for you all to read. We aim to do at least 3 reads per week in school, as well lots of other opportunities to explore quality texts. We would love you to read with your child at home too as this will really help their reading progress and develop their love of reading. You will also be able to vote for our end of the day read. We will use ClassDojo to keep in touch with you and to give you key updates. You will receive an invitation to your child’s Class Dojo in September, where you will be able to see what we are doing in class. There will be information about learning, reminders and photos. The children will receive Dojo points and have the chance to win certificates and prizes for following the Foljambe Way. Each week a ‘star of the week’ will be chosen and we will also choose a ‘star of the day’ each day. The children will have access to ‘Numbots’, a free online Maths programme and then as their skills develop they will have access to ‘TTRockstars’. Children need a water bottle and bag/bookbag every day. They will have P.E. session once a week. We will let you know which day this will be in September. Please feel free to speak to staff if you have any questions or concerns. We are looking forward to telling you more about our exciting learning in September including some fantastic trips.