At [School Name], we use the Read Write Inc. (RWI) programme to teach phonics, reading, and early writing skills in a structured and engaging way. This programme is designed to give your child the best possible start on their journey to becoming a confident and fluent reader.
What is Read Write Inc.?
Read Write Inc. is a phonics-based literacy programme developed by Ruth Miskin. It is used by many schools across the UK and is proven to help children learn to read quickly and accurately — and most importantly, to enjoy reading!
How Does It Work?
RWI is taught in small groups, based on each child’s reading ability. Here’s what your child will experience:
Learning sounds (phonics): Children learn the 44 sounds of the English language and the letters (or groups of letters) that represent them.
Blending: They learn to blend sounds together to read words (e.g. c-a-t = cat).
Segmenting: They also learn to break words up into their sounds to help with spelling.
Reading books: As they become more confident, children read specially written RWI books that match the sounds they know. These books help build fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Writing: The programme also teaches children to write confidently, using the sounds they’ve learned, alongside grammar and punctuation skills.
Why Do We Use RWI?
It is a highly structured and systematic programme.
It helps children make rapid progress in reading and writing.
It builds confidence and helps children develop a love of reading.
It supports early language development and comprehension skills.
How Can You Help at Home?
Read daily: Share books with your child every day. Talk about the story, characters, and what might happen next.
Practise sounds: Your child will bring home sound sheets or word lists – practising these regularly can really help.
Listen to your child read: When your child brings home a RWI book, encourage them to read aloud and praise their efforts.
Use the correct sounds: For example, instead of saying “muh” for the letter m, say a clear “mmm” sound. (We can provide sound pronunciation guides if helpful!)
Want to Learn More?
We’re always happy to support parents in understanding how phonics is taught. If you’d like more information or want to watch videos that show how RWI works, visit:
🌐 https://www.ruthmiskin.com/parents/
