During phase 4 phonics learners will use their skills and knowledge from phase 2 and 3 and will be introduced to more spelling patterns and tricky words. Before starting phase 4 learners should have a good grasp of phase 2 and phase 3 phonics., which include letter sounds, digraphs and trigraphs. 

During phase 4 leaners will cover CVCC words, CCVC words, words with adjacent consonants and polysyllabic words. 
CVCC words (consonant vowel consonant consonant) include words like "nest", "bump" and "milk"
CCVC words (consonant consonant vowel consonant) include words like "frog", "trip" and "stop"
Words with adjacent consonants include words like "spring" and "crunch"
Polysyllabic words include "children", "treetop" and "twisting"

Week beginning November 21st: CVCC Words // Tricky words: said, so, have
Week beginning November 29th: CCVC Words // Tricky words: like, come, some
Week beginning December 5th: Adjacent Consonants // Tricky words: were, there, little
Week beginning December 12th: Polysyllabic Words// Tricky words: one, do, when
Week beginning January 2nd: Three Letter Adjacent Consonants // Tricky words: out, what, here

During each class, we will practice writing letters and tricky words, learners should bring paper or a whiteboard to class to practice writing. Learners will also be provided with printable worksheets to further support their learning.

The course consists of 5 lessons that will continue to cycle. Learners may drop in and out as needed. Once completing one cycle of classes learners are welcome to stay enrolled to further practice or progress onto phase 5.

 Classes are kept small to allow me to ensure that each and every student is able to understand and grasp the concepts taught in class. Learners are always encouraged to ask questions and participate in discussions, but learners will never be forced to participate and talk if they do not feel comfortable doing so! My aim is for learners to feel included and comfortable in class! 

If your learner has any unique learning needs or preferences, please don't hesitate to reach out to me so that I can ensure that they feel fully supported during class.