How To Help Your Child With KS2 Literacy: Horsham
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Course code: 2904
This course is designed to help parents support their Key Stage 2 children with building confidence and clarity in learning literacy skills at home.
- when
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From 12 Nov 2025
to 10 Dec 2025
Wed 13:00-14:30 5 weeks- Date
- 12 Nov 2025
- Time
- 13:00 to 14:30
- Date
- 19 Nov 2025
- Time
- 13:00 to 14:30
- Date
- 26 Nov 2025
- Time
- 13:00 to 14:30
- Date
- 03 Dec 2025
- Time
- 13:00 to 14:30
- Date
- 10 Dec 2025
- Time
- 13:00 to 14:30
Roffey Millenium Hall, Crawley Road
Horsham
RH12 4DT
free
- who
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WSCC Adult Learning Service
Adult.Learning@westsussex.gov.uk
0330 222 4400
Who is the course for
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">These sessions are aimed at parents/guardians with children in KS2 (years 3-6) who would like to build their confidence around helping their child with their literacy skills including reading, writing, spelling and understanding of grammar. </span></span></p>
What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">No prior skills or knowledge needed.</span></span></p>
How will my progress be assessed?
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You will be asked to complete a ‘Getting to know you’ form before your session, followed by a quick questionnaire at the start and end of the course to show what you enjoyed, learnt and found helpful. The tutor will also give you guidance throughout the sessions and answer any questions that you may have. </span></span></p>
What will the course cover?
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This course is divided into 4 interactive sessions that include demonstrations, hands-on activities, and take-home resources. This 4-session course is designed to help parents support their Key Stage 2 children with building confidence and clarity in learning literacy skills at home. Focusing on the key areas of <strong>reading, spelling, grammar</strong> and <strong>creative writing</strong> each session will explore essential skills, methods, and vocabulary that underpin the KS2 Literacy curriculum.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Parents will:</span></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Gain a clear understanding of the key learning objectives in each of the key areas</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Gain an understanding of key vocabulary and explore a range of practical strategies and key questions that are used in schools</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Explore and create fun and effective activities to use at home</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Learn how to connect Literacy learning to real-life situations, making it meaningful and relevant</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Develop greater confidence in helping with homework and supporting their child’s literacy skills at home</span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Whether you’re new to the curriculum or looking to refresh your own skills, this supportive course will equip you with tools and insights to make Literacy enjoyable and accessible for your child.</span></span></p>
How will I be taught?
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">The sessions will be delivered by a tutor in a small group.</span></span></span></p>
What will I need to bring?
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You do not need to bring anything but may wish to bring a notebook and a pen.</span></span></p>
Will I get a qualification?
<p>No.</p>
What will I be able to do after this course?
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You will feel empowered to support your child's Literacy learning with confidence and a deeper understanding of the curriculum and how to make it fun, practical, and engaging.</span></span></p>