Family Phonics

Course Code: 23436

What is this course about?

You’ll gain confidence, new knowledge and skills for yourself whilst learning ways to support development of reading and writing through Phonics.

This course is designed to help adults understand what ‘phonics’ is and how phonics is taught in school from age 3-7 yrs old. We will explain different Phonics terms such as ‘digraph’ and ‘segmenting’. You will learn about the six phases of phonics and what aspects are taught in each phase through engaging, interactive activities. Learners will find out about the Phonics Screening check in Year One and will be given ideas and resources to enable them to develop children’s reading and writing skills through phonics.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at parents of children aged 3-7 years or people wishing to work with children of that age.

Entry Requirements to do this course:

A good level of conversational and written English is required

How you will be assessed?

Through weekly Learner Reflections

How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

Optional homework

After this course you might like to… Other Family Learning courses eg Maths/English or Functional skills English.

Material supplied by Step2Skills

Yes

What learners need to bring/supply

Pen and a notepad

What happens after I book this course?

There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions attached to your order confirmation email.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - With the exception of the registration fee, this course is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set *criteria - please see below for 'Further Information'.