This is resource is ideal for preparing staff for the Phonics Screening Test. A simple and clear plan of action for staff, including a teacher checklist, resource checklist and government guidelines. The slides break down the process of preparing for the Year 1 phonics screening test into small digestible pieces of information. Offering time lines, examples of data collection to monitor progress and what the test actually entails. Perfect for staff members who need the information quickly and efficiently.

This is a presentation for staff meetings or professional development. The purpose of this resource is to outline exactly why phonics is so important in the teaching and learning of pupils and HOW to deliver a high-quality lesson. It includes links and descriptions to the reasoning behind phonics (the Rose Review), also the definitions to key terms. An outline of the phases and what should be taught is clearly explained. Together with a basic lesson plan breakdown with the four mains parts of delivering phonics. Sound buttons are also mentioned and examples of students work too. Alien/pseudo words are explained and to finish a photo example of a phonics working wall.

This resource to record the scores of practice phonics test throughout the year. This is to be used alongside a previous year test from the GOV website. The record sheet has a traffic light color system so others can clearly see the progress of the children or to highlight any children who made need extra support. The resource also has room for gaps in knowledge notes, next steps and general comments.

A basic outline of a English lesson for Year 1 pupils. Boxes left blank to fill in, but break down of the lesson clearly outlined.