SPELLING

Spelling is taught through the systematic teaching of phonics in Early Years and Key Stage 1, using the Little Wandle programme of work. Refer to the Phonic and Early Reading policy for further information.

Once pupils in Key Stage 2 have completed the Little Wandle Spelling programme, they transition to a structured programme of study using Spelling Shed. Spelling is taught for one hour per week, following a consistent, research‑informed lesson sequence of revisit, teach, practise, implement and revise. Weekly spelling homework is assigned online and is carefully matched to the content taught in class to support ongoing retrieval and consolidation.

The Spelling Shed programme is explicitly grounded in the Science of Spelling, which draws upon the wider body of Science of Reading research. This systematic approach supports pupils in understanding the relationship between sounds and written symbols and focuses on developing pattern recognition rather than simple memorisation.  The programme also integrates phonics, morphology and etymology offering explicit, systematic lessons aligned with contemporary evidence on effective spelling pedagogy.