Monica Basham, the serving head teacher at St Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Primary School in Bletchley, Milton Keynes says that: "Sounds~Write has had an immediate effect on raising standards in reading and spelling at our school … I can highly recommend the training…" (You can find Monica's full appraisal on this web page.)
What do the teachers and teaching assistants who have attended our courses recently think about the course?
" I went on the training course in July, at Middleton Lower school, Milton Keynes.The training I received was fantastic. The resullts in 7 short weeks have been amazing and parental praise enormous."
"It really is the most inspiring and informative course I have been on in eight years teaching!"
"Clear explanations and good pace. Questions always responded to and answered clearly."
"I was fascinated at the simple approach to concepts which impede learning in other methods."
"It has been an eye-opener into how and why children struggle."
"Thank you so much. A brilliant course with many of my erroneous misconceptions now eradicated! Phew!"
"The resource packs are fantastic - and the course really did allow me the opportunity to use and navigate myself around the programme manual – and to really embed the key vocabulary and gestures that are essential to consistent delivery in the classroom."
"This programme makes so much sense."
"Thoroughly enjoyed the whole course. It was one of those courses that leaves you buzzing. I am excited at the prospect of using this new approach within my school."
"Be prepared for an intense but stimulating week with plenty of enthusiasm and practical ideas. I am raring to get back to the classroom."
"Definitely go! The presentation, information and teaching are excellent. The presenters are willing to respond to every little question and to give fulfilling answers."
"Many thanks for the best inset of my teaching career to date"
"Do attend. Enthusiastic, energetic and enjoyable teaching."
"It is the most practical and informative course I have ever been on. It provides lots of opportunity for ideas and suggestions of application in the classroom for all ages."
"I thought the training was excellent. Clear, concise and to the point, everything was relevant."
"The Sounds~Write file is a real working document."
"Get ready to soak up lots of information. The pace and clarity of the lessons is excellent."
"The best course I've ever been on!"