A Sound Introduction - Developing Children's Phonological Awareness

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the importance of phonological awareness in developing early language and literacy.
• Explore how a wide range of age appropriate play based activities, rhymes, games and songs can target specific aspects of phonological development.
• Reflect on and audit current practice in relation to successfully supporting children's progress in early phonics.

What delegates have said

"I particularly like the ideas for rhyming and blending and segmenting. I will introduce them to my colleagues and we will incorporate them in our practice." Jane, Pegwell Bay Nursery.

"Sharing with other staff will ensure that both indoors & outdoors activities are objectively aimed at all children building confidence." Elaine, Ide Hill Pre-School.