At Kellands, we have developed a comprehensive and progressive phonics and spelling programme. We use a wrap around phonics programme and the actions, music and rhymes of Jolly Phonics to provide a multi-sensory approach. Alongside the teaching of phonics, we also teach tricky words (words that cannot be sounded out using phonics) that we encounter in our reading books and are necessary for writing.

These progressions are split into year groups or stages. Broadly speaking:

Stage 1 - Primary 1
Stage 2 - Primary 2
Stage 3 - Primary 3
Stage 4 & 5 - Primary 4 and beyond

However, pupils can work at a higher or lower stage, to allow them to progress at a pace that is developmentally appropriate for them. 

This website has been developed as a resource for both Teachers and Parents in supporting phonics acquisition with our Kellands kiddies! You can see overviews of the stages by clicking below. You will find resources to support each of the stages across the menu at the top. 

As ever, if you need any assistance then please don't hesitate to contact the school via the office.