Training
Anima Phonics training sessions are all led by fully qualified teachers. Our experienced phonics trainers are all based in the UK and are knowledgeable about the English national curriculum requirements across EYFS and KS1.
Whether it's in-person or online, you can be assured that our team of trainers will leave your staff feeling confident, clued-up and raring to go!
As Anima Phonics continues to reach more schools, we are rolling out our training programme in four stages. Click below to view our rollout strategy and to book training for your school.
Whether it's in-person or online, you can be assured that our team of trainers will leave your staff feeling confident, clued-up and raring to go!
As Anima Phonics continues to reach more schools, we are rolling out our training programme in four stages. Click below to view our rollout strategy and to book training for your school.
Attend a webinar
We host regular webinars, covering the basics of synthetic phonics and introducing teachers to Anima Phonics. These are a great way for new staff members to get up to speed. Click the dates listed to book for your school.
The Foundations of Phonics
From the history of the alphabetic code to the research that underpins synthetic phonics, this course provides trainees with the knowledge and confidence required to teach outstanding phonics lessons. We’ll look at common misconceptions and examples of teaching practices that can hinder learning. Not only will trainees understand the meaning of terms like grapheme, phoneme, digraph and decoding, they'll develop a deeper understanding of synthetic phonics and why it's the method we use in the classroom. |
Programme Orientation
This course is perfect for those new to using Anima Phonics. We cover the delivery and implementation of the programme, giving a thorough tour of the resources used in Phases 2-6. Participants will be shown how to navigate the website and find all the necessary resources required to teach with Anima Phonics. Participants will leave the session with a solid understanding of the pace and progression of Anima Phonics in Reception and KS1. Teachers will feel confident in using the planning and assessment documents and corresponding resources. |
Book training
If you'd prefer a private Zoom session just for your school, you can book using the buttons below. If you choose this option, we are able to record the training for you to keep and share for future refresher training or for any new staff member that joins your school.
The Foundations of Phonics
From the history of the alphabetic code to the research that underpins synthetic phonics, this course provides trainees with the knowledge and confidence required to teach outstanding phonics lessons. We’ll look at common misconceptions and examples of teaching practices that can hinder learning. Not only will trainees understand the meaning of terms like grapheme, phoneme, digraph and decoding, they'll develop a deeper understanding of synthetic phonics and why it's the method we use in the classroom. |
60-75m Zoom session
£300 |
Programme Orientation
This course is perfect for those new to using Anima Phonics. We cover the delivery and implementation of the programme, giving a thorough tour of the resources used in Phases 2-6. Participants will be shown how to navigate the website and find all the necessary resources required to teach with Anima Phonics. Participants will leave the session with a solid understanding of the pace and progression of Anima Phonics in Reception and KS1. Teachers will feel confident in using the planning and assessment documents and corresponding resources. |
45-60m Zoom session
£200 |
Parent Webinar
Having informed and supportive parents can make a huge difference to how quickly children's reading skills develop. Either invite your parents into school for an in-person event or share a link for them to access the webinar from home. We cover the basics of synthetic phonics, the research that informs best practice and practical tips for supporting at home. We'll also explain some technical words that parents might hear (phoneme, grapheme, digraph, etc) and demonstrate how to blend and segment CVC words. This short webinar is ideal for parents at the start of the Reception year. |
30m Zoom session
plus Q&A £300 |
On-demand video training (from Sep 2022)
We're busy recording a comprehensive online training programme, available on-demand whenever suits you and your colleagues. Our modules are based on the Department for Education's Reading Framework (2021), ensuring that all staff members have quick and easy access to the core principles of teaching synthetic phonics.
We believe that the best learning occurs when children are engaged, smiling and having fun. This is no different with adult learners, which is why we're designing our on-demand training courses with the same principles that guided us when designing our phonics programme. This means that every training session is based on solid evidence and is rigorous in delivery and content, but is also highly accessible, fun and engaging. |
In-person training (coming 2023)
Our in-person training is currently in development. We are testing our courses in a variety of schools and refining our presentations before our official launch.
As the Anima Phonics training programme reaches more schools, we are continuing to expand our team. This ensures that we are always able to provide the perfect ratio of dedicated trainers to schools. Right now, we are training a new team of trainers to help teachers deliver outstanding phonics lessons every single time. If you'd like to learn more about joining our team, please get in touch. |
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