Developing Fluent Readers Beyond Phonics

A Whole-School Approach to Reading at Trinity Academy Whitehill

Join us to explore how Trinity Academy Whitehill is building confident, fluent readers through a cohesive, research-informed approach that goes far beyond phonics.

This event is ideal for primary teachers, reading leads, and school leaders looking to strengthen reading fluency and comprehension across Key Stage 1 and 2.

What You’ll Discover:

• A Shared Vision for Reading: Learn how we’ve established a consistent, school-wide approach to reading instruction, ensuring every member of staff shares a common language and understanding.

• Inspired by Research: Explore our bespoke reading model, grounded in the work of Christopher Such’s Primary Reading Simplified, and how it’s been adapted to meet the needs of our pupils.

• Fluency in Action: Experience live lessons that focus on developing automaticity in reading—helping children read with speed, accuracy, and expression to support deeper comprehension.

• Structured Comprehension Framework: See how our clearly sequenced reading comprehension lessons build vocabulary, inference, and understanding in a systematic and engaging way.

Book your place now and discover how we’re helping every child become a fluent, confident reader—ready to access the full curriculum and beyond.