Jolly FAQs

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1. ABOUT THE JOLLY PHONICS PROGRAMME

1A: What actually is Jolly Phonics?
   The Jolly Phonics and Grammar programme is a systematic and progressive approach to teaching children essential literacy skills. It embeds phonics, spelling, punctuation and grammar from Reception/P1 to Year 6/P7 via teaching that is multi-sensory and active with fun actions, stories and songs.
   You can find out more about the programme
by clicking here.

1B: Why do you teach letter sounds instead of letter names?
1C: Why do you teach letter sounds in a different order to the alphabet?
1D: How can there be more letter sounds (42) than letters (26)?
1E: Some letter sounds can be spelt in different ways, such as the /ai/ sound in ‘cake’ and ‘day’. How does Jolly Phonics address that?
1F: What about words that aren’t easily decodable, such as ‘because’?
1G: What is the difference between 'print' and 'precursive' letters?
1H: Is Jolly Phonics validated by the Department of Education?
1I: Can I use other phonics readers alongside the Jolly Phonics programme?

2. RESOURCES AND ORDERS

2A: Where can I buy Jolly resources?
   You can purchase directly via our online shop. Generally speaking, we ship worldwide, though please feel free to email
info@jollylearning.co.uk to check if we ship to your country.
   You can also contact any of our stockists worldwide using the contact details that can be
found by clicking here.

2B: How much is delivery on orders?
2C: Will I be charged custom duties and taxes?
2D: How can I download digital editions of resources?
2E: How do I contact you about my order?
2F: What is the difference between British English and American English editions?
2G: What is the difference between the Pupil Books and the Student Books?

3. TRAINING AND BECOMING A TRAINER

3A: How can I undertake Jolly Phonics Training?
   We have three options: online training via CPD College; scheduled courses; and whole-school training. More information about all of these options can be
found by clicking here.

3B: Will Jolly Phonics training events give me a formal qualification?
3C: How can I become an Official Jolly Phonics Trainer?
3D: Do you run training sessions to become an Official Jolly Phonics Trainer?