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Term 4 Bluebird EYFS Topic Web

Term 3 & 4 Bluebird Y1 Topic Web

Term 3 & 4 Knowledge Organiser 

Reading in EYFS and Year 1

Reading in EYFS & Year 1

At our school, we believe reading is a vital life skill and the foundation for all learning. In EYFS and Year 1, we place a strong emphasis on developing children’s language, phonics and comprehension, alongside a genuine enjoyment of books and stories.

EYFS – Early Learning Goals (Reading)

In line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Early Learning Goals, children in Reception are supported to: 
❇️Demonstrate an understanding of what has been read to them by retelling stories and responding to questions.
❇️Use recently introduced vocabulary during discussions about stories, non-fiction and rhymes
❇️Say sounds for letters in the alphabet and blend sounds into words
❇️Read words and simple sentences using phonics knowledge and tricky words

Reading in EYFS is taught through: 
❇️Daily systematic phonics
❇️High-quality shared stories and rhymes
❇️Adult-led and play-based reading opportunities
❇️Talk-rich activities that develop vocabulary, comprehension and confidence

Children are encouraged to explore books independently and to see reading as enjoyable and meaningful.

Transition into Year 1

As children move into Year 1, reading provision builds carefully on the EYFS curriculum. Phonics teaching continues daily, ensuring children develop secure decoding skills and increasing fluency.

Key Stage 1 – Year 1 Expectations

In Year 1, children are supported to:

❇️Apply phonics knowledge to read unfamiliar words
❇️Read common exception words
❇️Read aloud with increasing fluency and expression
❇️Talk about what they have read, including characters, settings and events
❇️Begin to make simple inferences and predictions

Reading in Year 1 includes:

❇️Daily phonics lessons
❇️Whole-class reading sessions
❇️Small-group guided reading for targeted support
❇️Regular opportunities to read independently

Reading at home

Reading at home plays an essential role in supporting both the EYFS Early Learning Goals and KS1 outcomes. We encourage families to:

❇️Read regularly with their child
❇️Talk about stories and pictures
❇️Celebrate effort as well as progress

These shared experiences help develop fluency, comprehension and confidence.

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