This section gives schools and Early Years settings information and support in choosing an effective phonics teaching programme.
Phonics
Year 1 phonics screening check FAQs
Questions and answers about the Year 1 phonics screening check, including a leaflet to download for parents.
FAQ 17 May 2012
Phonic teaching resources and funding for schools FAQs
Answers to questions about systematic synthetic phonics, including teaching, resources and matched funding.
FAQ 26 March 2012
Developing a new Year 1 phonics screening check
This is an urgent priority for the Department for Education. Reading can change lives and we are committed to improving the teaching of reading in primary school. The latest information available on the Year 1 phonics screening check pilot, including a leaflet for parents, a note setting out the Department’s phonics policy, evidence on the benefits of phonics teaching and some good practice case studies.
General article 21 March 2012
Phonics products and the self-assessment process
Introduction to choosing an effective phonics teaching programme covering core criteria and the self-assessment process.
General article 06 March 2012
Match-funding for phonics products and training
Latest information about match-funding, and our approved supplier catalogue of systematic synthetic phonics products and training.
General article 22 February 2012
Criteria for assuring quality phonic work
Information on the criteria for assuring high standards for phonic work, along with explanatory notes.
General article 28 September 2011
Teaching the higher levels of phonics
Good practice advice and tips from experts on teaching the higher levels of phonics.
General article 01 March 2011
