Early reading - help for parents
Early reading is such an essential part of learning in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. This platform provides greater access into other areas of the curriculum. The documents below are aimed at providing help and support for reading with your child at home.
Age |
How often should my child read at home? |
How long should they read for? |
Foundation |
5 times a week |
10 minutes |
Year 1 and 2 |
Minimum of 5 times a week |
Minimum of 10 minutes |
Year 3 and 4 |
Minimum of 5 times a week |
Minimum of 15 minutes |
Year 5 and 6 |
Every day |
Minimum of 20 minutes |
As your child develops fluency (being able to decode accurately and read words by sight) you may be able to encourage further independence in their reading. At all ages, please remember the importance of children hearing you read to them and seeing you read for pleasure too.