We use Read Write Inc Handwriting (Letter Village) for Reception to Year 4. 

Read Write Inc. Handwriting – the four stages:

Stage 1 begins as soon as most children can read Set 1 sounds.  Stage 2 begins during Year 1. Children learn the relative size of letters and to form letters that will flow easily into a joined style. Stage 3 follows straight on. Children learn how to join letters using two basic joins – the ‘bridge’ join, the ‘hill’ join and the two variations on each. Stage 4 helps children develop a mature and speedy style.

Each stage ensures pupils meet the National Curriculum requirements for handwriting from Reception to Year 4.

We will continue to use Letter-join in Y5 and Y6 to support children with cursive writing. Each class has a login and children can practise letter formation using an Ipad or a computer. Letter-join can be accessed here: www.letterjoin.co.uk