Phonics

At Salcombe Primary School we follow the Read, Write, Inc programme. Children are grouped in EYFS, Year 1 and 2 according to their ability levels. These groups are fluid and flexible according to children’s progress and need. Children’s progress is tracked regularly and lessons are personalised to meet the needs of all learners.

Reading Schemes

At Salcombe Primary School reading books are banded according to their content. We use the Read, Write, Inc reading scheme (which aligns to the phonics programme) and Accelerated Reader. Pupils are taught reading skills during Guided Reading lessons, phonics lessons and through cross-curricular activities. 

Early Writing

We use a drawing club approach in addition to the RWI scheme to develop children's ;love of writing,

Drawing Club is a creative and immersive approach that brings storytelling to life for young learners. Designed for Reception and Year 1, it blends picture books, tales, and animations with imaginative drawing and writing activities.

Children engage in shared storytelling, exploring rich vocabulary and expressive mark-making. This approach fosters language development, creativity, and early writing skills, making learning both engaging and meaningful.

By encouraging pupils to visualise, narrate, and illustrate, Drawing Club helps build confidence in communication while nurturing a love for stories.