Before my daughters started school I loved doing courses or classes with them. Anything that was fun and that we could share and experience together was a winner in my eyes and if it was educational then all the better!
I read about Reading Fairy, who operate reading classes in Hertfordshire for children age 5 and under and it looks like a really lovely and unique thing that you could do with your child that would also be helpful to support them with their learning to read. The classes look fun and will offer a no pressure environment that can provide both of you with stepping stones that will help when they start school. Reading Fairy have week day classes available to book and they offer free taster sessions so you can try before committing.
The same as many parents, I have always read daily to my girls but have been in awe of school teachers and how they are able to teach my kids to read as I really wouldn’t have a clue, so this would be a great learning experience for the parents too!
Make sure you read to the bottom to find out how you can get 10% off booking, see their timetable and get contact details to book your free taster session
Read more about them and here’s what they say…
Reading Fairy’s action-packed classes for 1-5-year olds have been developed by early reading experts give children the best start for learning to read and loving books. Our unique curriculum supports every age and stage of your child’s preschool reading journey from Stage 1 Book Babies (Age 1+) to Stage 4 Reading Recruits (Age 3 & 4).
Classes are based on the latest research and best early years practice. We believe in learning through play and classes include: sensory and performance storytelling, songs and rhymes, fun phonics and first word games, picture book time and more!
Crucial building blocks for reading
The format of each Reading Fairy class ensures that children experience and develop a range of crucial building blocks for learning to read including: phonics, vocabulary development, reading for meaning (comprehension) and reading for pleasure.
Reading Fairy has developed lovable characters to support children’s learning in a fun and engaging way. Each character represents a crucial reading skill:
Reading Fairy: Celebrates stories and storytelling
Phonic Fox: Uses phonics to link letters and sounds for learning to read
Music Mouse: Sings nursery rhymes to develop oral and literacy skills
Chat Cat: Develops children’s speaking and listening skills
Book Bear: Shares a picture book to inspire a love of reading
Fun phonics for learning to read
Our expertise in phonics is outstanding with Reading Fairy founders Emily Guille-Marrett and Charlotte Raby having worked on nearly every reading programme in UK schools. Reading Fairy’s gentle phonics progression grows with your child:
- Matching environmental sounds to objects
- Matching letter sounds to objects
- Matching sounds to letter shapes
- Segmenting and blending sounds in words
A foundation for reading for life
The latest research shows that children need more than phonics to develop a foundation for reading for life. The structure of Reading Fairy classes ensures your child experiences a wide range of reading kills, including reading for pleasure with Bok Bear time at the end of every class.
Class Leader
Charlotte Shambrook: MA in Education, QTS, PGCE Primary, BA (Hons) English and Dance Charlotte is the owner and class leader of Reading Fairy North Herts. She is a fully qualified primary school teacher and mummy to her one-year-old daughter Evie.
Reviews
“This class is one of a kind with its perfect mix of learning and fun. From learning letter sounds with Phonic Fox to dancing and singing with Music Mouse, this class has everything to keep your child engaged! Lucy (Facebook review)
“The class is jam packed with props, music, books etc so the children don’t even realise they are learning new things.” Sarah (Facebook review)
“I came across Charlotte’s Reading Fairies Class and it is truly an amazing experience. Its educational, fun, interactive and a joy to watch.” Nikki (Facebook review)
Bookings
Book a free taster session before committing to term.
Special offer: 10% off term booking when you mention this blog (for new customers only).
If you wanted to find out more or book on here are their contact details 🙂
Call Charlotte: 07527717223
Email: northherts@readingfairy.com
Website: www.readingfairy.com/northherts/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/readingfairynorthherts
