Phonics
Unlocking the Magic of Reading
At Mappleborough Green, we believe that learning to read is the greatest gift we can give a child. It is the key that opens every door—from the pages of a favourite storybook to the wonders of the wider world.
Our Promise to Your Child
We don’t just teach children to decode words; we help them find their voice. Our goal is for every child to leave us as a confident, expressive reader who chooses to pick up a book for the pure joy of it. By focusing on "reading for pleasure" alongside "reading for purpose," we are building lifelong learners from day one.
We don’t just teach children to decode words; we help them find their voice. Our goal is for every child to leave us as a confident, expressive reader who chooses to pick up a book for the pure joy of it. By focusing on "reading for pleasure" alongside "reading for purpose," we are building lifelong learners from day one.
Meet the Monsters!
To make this journey exciting, we use Monster Phonics, a world-class, DfE-accredited programme that children truly love. Forget dull flashcards—our phonics lessons are a multi-sensory adventure!
- Colour-Coded Learning: We use "Phoneme Monsters" and specific colours to make tricky sounds easy to remember.
- Active Fun: Lessons are packed with singing, actions, and storytelling.
- Proven Results: Our children don't just enjoy phonics; they excel in it. By Year 2, the vast majority of our pupils are fluent, independent readers ready to tackle the challenges of Key Stage 2 with ease.
Ask your child which monster they met today!
Introduction to Monster Phonics Monster Song
Yearly Progression Plans
Everything you need to support your child
Monster Phonics have released a set of parent information videos. Click below to take you straight to the website.