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Phonics Catch-Up (KS3 & KS4)
Overview
Many secondary SEND learners still need phonics-based reading support to access curriculum texts effectively. Our Phonics Catch-Up courses provide structured, evidence-based intervention to help learners build confidence, fluency, and decoding skills.
Who This Course Supports
This course is suitable for learners who:
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Learners in KS3 or KS4 with reading ages significantly below chronological age
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Learners preparing for Functional Skills English or GCSE English
What Learners Will Work On
Sessions focus on:
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Structured phonics lessons tailored to secondary learners
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Focused practice in decoding, blending, and word recognition
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Progress tracking and half-termly reports
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Flexible online scheduling to suit learner needs
Lessons are delivered in a structured, step-by-step format, helping learners rebuild essential reading foundations.
Learning Format
Provision can include:
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1:1 lessons
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Small groups (maximum 4 learners)
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Flexible online sessions
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Progress monitoring and feedback
Outcomes
Learners build the foundational reading skills needed to progress to:
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Functional Skills
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Pre-GCSE
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GCSE English pathways
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