Why phonics isn’t just for early years – and why secondary pupils still need it in 2026
For years, phonics has been positioned as something that belongs firmly in Early Years and
February 3, 2026
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For years, phonics has been positioned as something that belongs firmly in Early Years and
Many SEND learners don’t struggle with reading because they can’t — but because they’re afraid
Many older pupils still need phonics — but most schemes aren’t built for them.Traditional phonics
When pupils reach secondary school unable to read fluently, the issue is rarely a lack
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