Phonics at Chilton
At Chilton Primary School, we are proud to deliver a high-quality phonics programme through Read Write Inc. (RWI), with a clear commitment to ensuring every child becomes a reader. Our structured, inclusive approach supports all pupils to make progress, enabling them to read with confidence, accuracy and enjoyment.
Through daily lessons, children learn to recognise sounds, blend words and develop fluency, so that reading becomes smooth, expressive and meaningful. Carefully matched reading books reinforce these skills, helping pupils build confidence and a genuine love of reading from the very beginning of their school journey.
Alongside reading, our RWI curriculum places a strong emphasis on spelling and handwriting. Pupils are taught to spell words using their growing phonics knowledge, while regular practice supports them in forming letters correctly and writing with increasing neatness and control. This integrated approach ensures that reading and writing develop hand in hand.
Our dedicated staff provide targeted support and challenge, ensuring that every child progresses at the right pace. By fostering fluency, accuracy and pride in presentation, we equip our pupils with the essential literacy skills they need for lifelong learning and success.
Please see below a selection of films that show you step by step how your child is taught to read and write from Reception to Year 2.
How RWI phonics works – a parent/ carer guide
Understanding how phonics works for parents
How to help your child to learn the RWI phonic sounds
What to expect from the phonics screening check
How to listen to your child read a RWI storybook
Why read to your child
10 things to talk about when you read with your child
Reading the stretchy sounds with your child
Reading the bouncy sounds with your child
The frieze
RWI sound blending tutorial using phonics flashcards
Read Write Inc. Blending Sounds Books tutorial
Read Write Inc. digraphs tutorial using phonics flashcards
Spelling
Handwriting
Read Write Inc. Red Ditty books tutorial with demonstrations for parents and educators