Course Information
Course Overview
Learn to teach children to read, spell and write using the Synthetic & Research-Backed Method.
About This Course
Learn How to Teach Children to Read, Spell, and Write with Confidence Using the Joyful, Powerful, Synthetic and Research-Backed Jolly Phonics Method – Ideal for Teachers, School Leaders, and Parents.
Jolly Phonics is a child-centred, multisensory synthetic phonics program that helps children learn to read and write in English quickly and effectively. Loved by teachers and children alike, it's fun, engaging, and scientifically structured for literacy foundation success.
What You’ll Learn
What Jolly Phonics is and why it works
How to teach each of the 42 letter sounds with stories, actions, and proper pronunciation
How to guide correct letter formation and pencil grip
The art of blending sounds to build reading fluency
How to teach tricky words that don't follow regular phonetic patterns
Introduction to alternative spellings for common English sounds
Techniques to support early readers and struggling learners
Why It Matters
Literacy is the foundation for success in every area of life. Jolly Phonics gives children the tools they need to read, write, and thrive with confidence by breaking down the English alphabetic code and building essential skills through a proven, structured approach.
The Five Core Skills in Jolly Phonics
1. Learning the Letter Sounds
42 sounds in 7 structured groups
Digraphs like sh, ch, oo, and th included
Sounds introduced in an order that enables early word building
2. Learning Letter Formation
Correct pencil grip and stroke direction
Practice forming letters using the “c” shape as a foundation
Common mistakes and how to correct them
3. Blending Sounds to Read Words
Teach children to decode words (e.g., c-a-t becomes cat)
Builds fluency, comprehension, and confidence
4. Segmenting Sounds to Spell Words
Helps children hear individual sounds in words
Essential for writing and spelling
5. Spelling Tricky Words
High-frequency words that don’t follow regular rules
Memorization techniques and engaging teaching strategies
Course Breakdown
Format: Self-paced, online course
Includes: Video lessons, downloadable resources, printable activities
Ideal For: Teachers, parents, literacy coaches, school leaders, ESL learners
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Support: Access to Q&A and additional resources
Bonus Features
Video demonstrations for every sound
Stories and action guides for interactive learning
Downloadable worksheets and formation charts
Pronunciation tips for each sound
Word building and blending practice materials
WHAT DO EXISTING STUDENTS SAY?
Easy to understand and implement, concise, interesting techniques, full of stories and rhymes - Mona Vatsalya
An amazing course. Value for money. It cleared all my doubts about Jolly Phonics.
Thank you Dr Tina. - Pooja Gangotia
Learnt about some good techniques of teaching and engaging kids. I just love the Froggy Leg exercise - Nidhi Agrawal
The course is excellent. Exactly what I was looking for. Every letter sound is explaining very well and ensured that we deliver it to the students in the most effective way. I'm happy I chose this course.
- Kirti Gulati
Taking this course was an eye opener to teachers, parents and caregivers who are curious about Jolly Phonics. The delivery of each lesson is clear and fun. - Rina Ticia Quiling
Requirements
A laptop, tablet, or smartphone
Internet access
A desire to help children (or yourself) become fluent readers and writers
No prior knowledge of Jolly Phonics needed
Who This Course Is For
Teachers (Preschool, Nursery, Primary)
Subject teachers working in English-language environments
Parents supporting children’s reading and writing at home
Adults looking to improve their literacy skills
ESL/EFL learners seeking to master English phonics
Ready to Make Reading and Writing Special?
Join thousands of educators and parents using Jolly Phonics to spark a lifelong love of literacy in children.
Enroll now and start your journey today!
Course Content
- 10 section(s)
- 27 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Extra Resource
- Section 2 Introduction to Phonics for teaching Children to read and write.
- Section 3 Introduction to Jolly Phonics
- Section 4 Teaching Method for teaching with Jolly Phonics
- Section 5 Week One: Teaching letter sounds s, a, t and i.
- Section 6 Week Two: Teaching letter sounds p, n, c,k and e
- Section 7 Week 3: Teaching letter sounds h, r, m and d.
- Section 8 Week 4: Teaching letter sounds g, o, u and l.
- Section 9 Week 5: Teaching letter sounds f, b, ai and j.
- Section 10 Week 6: Teaching of letter sounds oa, ie, ee and or
What You’ll Learn
- What Jolly Phonics is and why it works
- How to teach each of the 42 letter sounds with stories, actions, and proper pronunciation
- How to guide correct letter formation and pencil grip
- The art of blending sounds to build reading fluency
- How to teach tricky words that don't follow regular phonetic patterns
- Introduction to alternative spellings for common English sounds
- Techniques to support early readers and struggling learners
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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TTish Garcia
I’m currently studying TEFL and have absolutely loved this Jolly Phonics course. The explanations are simple, engaging, and move at a great pace — fast enough to stay interesting, but clear enough to follow easily. I appreciate how each sound is connected to stories, movement, and memory, making it feel natural to apply with learners. I’m excited to use what I’ve learned when I begin teaching, especially with young or beginner ESL students. This has been a really valuable addition to my training. However, I do not see a PDF and it would be nice to reference it.
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AAleksandra Titkova
The course is made greatly! Easy to listen and understand. Unfortunately, there are some connection problems, but it’s not connected to the course contents
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SSupriya
Overall it was great experience. But mam could you please provide stories pdf and songs used in the course. sorry mam,I was unable to find stories in resources. My email ID is supriyakarkikoppa@gmail.com
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AAdaobi Lilian Onwuzuruike
I enjoyed every bit of this course, Thank you so much Dr.Tina for this opportunity.