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The Literacy Trap: Should We Fight the 'Silent Classroom'?
For years, schools have treated silence as the gold standard of learning: quiet corridors, quiet classrooms, quiet learners. But what if all that silence is actually stopping children from thinking? In this blog, Kate Jones, Education Lead at Lexonic, reflects on constantly being told she was “too talkative” at school and why that same trait became the foundation of her work in education. From oracy and inclusion to the dangers of the “silent classroom,” this blog challenges us to rethink what learning should actually sound like.
Proving What’s Possible: Transforming Outcomes for Disadvantaged Boys
United Learning and Boys' Impact explored how a targeted collaborative model can transform outcomes for disadvantaged boys. Read about how Lexonic interventions helped demonstrate the power of preventative strategies to raise attainment and well-being.
Beyond Vocabulary: Discover the Power of Wordology
Unlock the science of words with Wordology. Discover a powerful platform for whole-school vocabulary instruction, subject specific vocabulary with deep morphology tools, intelligent search, and a new accessible design for every learner.
What Do You Do if Phonics Doesn’t Seem to Be Helping Your Learners?
Challenging the myth: Phonics is essential for those with Dyslexia when taught correctly.
How Can You Encourage Your Students to Write?
Writing is a great way for students to enhance their communication skills and deepen their understanding of language. To mark National Letter Writing Day, we’ve put together some ideas for supporting writing enthusiasm inside and outside of the classroom.
Phonics – it’s just baby talk – isn’t it
After years of teaching phonics in primary, I was shocked to see older students still struggling. Lexonic Leap proved a powerful tool to rebuild their confidence.
5 Things I Wish I Knew About EAL Students
Reflecting on my experience teaching EAL students, I’ve learned the importance of technology, games, visuals, and vocabulary-focused programmes like Lexonic Leap to support literacy development and ensure every student can thrive.
The Future of Ofsted and Accountability: Insights from the FED National Education Summit 2024
At the FED National Education Summit 2024, Sarah Ledger and panelists emphasised the need to rebuild trust in education, focusing on teacher autonomy, collaboration, and a holistic approach to accountability.
Addressing the Attention Deficit: ADHD and literacy
A former teacher with ADHD shares her insights. Understand the link between executive dysfunction and reading, and discover how phonics-based support can help.
Screen Time That Teaches
In a world where screens dominate much of children’s free time, it’s easy to view TV as just another distraction. But what if these TV shows – often dismissed as entertainment – are helping to build foundational literacy skills? Let’s explore the connection between children’s TV programmes and their journey to becoming fluent readers.
You Can’t Lead on Literacy in Isolation
Literacy expertise in schools is crucial for student success. We need strategic, diagnostic interventions, and support for teachers to help every student excel.
To Ban or Not to Ban: Can We Better Empower Literacy Skills by Removing Mobiles?
The debate over mobile phone use in schools continues, with many considering bans. At Lexonic, we support reducing screen time to enhance literacy and communication skills.
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