Phonics & Grammar

Unlock your full Jolly Phonics potential!

Training will help unlock every teacher’s potential to achieve greater success in the classroom. Whether you have just started using Jolly Phonics or whether you want to learn more about achieving the best results, we can provide a range of options.

Whole School Training

Our network of over 375 international Jolly Phonics Professional Trainers are independent, experienced teachers who use Jolly Phonics extensively in their schools. They have achieved excellent results with the program and are keen to share their experiences.

Our trainers are able to provide tailor-made training to meet the needs of your school. Sessions are developed to ensure that there is consistent teaching of the program throughout your school.

To find your nearest trainer: www.jollylearning.com/training

Meet and network with other teachers. Get lots of practical ideas and advice from trainers who have used the program successfully for a number of years and seen the difference it can make to children’s learning. Choose from a range of courses available around the world.

To find your nearest course: www.jollylearning.com/training

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Attend a scheduled course Online Phonics & Grammar courses

Thank you for a very informative course. I appreciated the flexibility of doing it in my own time and at my own pace.

Packed with audio, text and digital footage, these courses provide an interactive and flexible way to study. Whether you are a teacher currently using Jolly Phonics or want to develop your understanding of Grammar, these courses will equip you with the skills, knowledge and understanding you need to teach the program effectively to your class.

To find an online course: www.jollyphonics.cpdcollege.com

For more information on our Trainers and news of forthcoming events around the world in 2023, visit: www.jollylearning.com

Who should take a course? Ideal for the teacher who wants to gain a thorough understanding of the principles of Jolly Phonics and Grammar.

Why take a training course? To help you achieve the most using the Jolly Phonics or Grammar program and the benefits that it can bring to your teaching in class.

Where can I take a course? Delivered online; it can be taken in the home or classroom.

How long is a course? 20 hours, spread over 5 modules, each with 4 hours of content. Study at your own pace. Active interaction from course tutors provides guidance and feedback for all teachers. Modules can be done in any order, each ending with a question or assignment that needs to be completed.

How do I enrol? Simply go to: www.jollyphonics.cpdcollege.com to register and pay your course fee by credit/debit card.

When can I take a course? Right now! Simply enrol online to begin the course.

The online course is divided into 5 modules:

Module 1 - covers the history of literacy teaching and evaluates the various methods used to teach reading and writing over the years.

Module 2 - introduces Jolly Phonics and explains the five basic skills that are taught in the program.

Module 3 - gives practical teaching advice and guidance. Explains how all the five skills can be incorporated into daily lessons and the pace of teaching.

Module 4 - discusses tried and tested techniques that can be used for teaching children that are struggling.

Module 5 - looks at research studies, which have examined the various methods used to teach literacy.

The online course is divided into 5 modules:

Module 1 - covers the history of grammar and evaluates the myths and facts about why it should be taught. An introduction to the Grammar program is also provided.

Module 2 - introduces grammar and punctuation concepts that are taught in the 6-year program. Topics include sentences, phrases, clauses, parts of speech, parsing and punctuation.

Module 3 - looks at grammar and writing skills and how these are developed in the program. Topics include dictionary and thesaurus skills, antonyms, synonyms, homophones, root words, prefixes, suffixes, syllables, writing structure and literary devices.

Module 4 - investigates spelling, covering strategies that can be used, digraphs, trigraphs, dipthongs, vowels, consonants, common spelling patterns and spelling rules.

Module 5 - provides a thorough overview of the 6-year Grammar program and the resources that can be used.