All Aboard Phonics weekly focus overview - Phonics Phase 2 - Resource

The All Aboard Phonics programme provides a structured overview for teaching phonics from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Reception through to Year 1. Phase 2 spans six weeks and focuses on introducing simple letters and sounds, such as 's', 'a', 't', 'p', in the first week, progressively adding more complexity with each week. Alongside this, children are introduced to 'tricky words'—words that do not follow standard phonetic patterns—such as 'the', 'to', 'and', 'is', which are taught in week 4. The phase concludes with a revision and assessment week, where students revisit the content learned and their understanding is evaluated.

Subsequent phases build upon the foundations laid in Phase 2, with Phase 3 extending over twelve weeks and introducing more complex sounds like 'sh', 'ch', 'th', 'ng', and additional tricky words including 'he', 'she', 'we'. Phase 4, lasting six weeks, moves onto consonant blends and phrases, and Phase 5, which spans the entirety of Year 1, covers new graphemes and a focus on reading and spelling. Each phase includes revision and assessment to ensure consolidation of learning. For Year 2 students, the National Curriculum for spelling is followed, but additional support is provided for those who require it, especially if they did not pass the Phonics Screening Check or are showing weaknesses in reading development.