Autumn Term Literacy Planning

Reception Autumn Literacy Planning – Autumn 1

A complete, carefully sequenced Reception literacy planning document for the Autumn Term, designed to support children as they settle into school whilst developing early communication, language, phonics and writing skills in a meaningful and engaging way.

This resource includes 6 weeks of literacy planning across Autumn 1, with three weekly inputs, carefully matched to the developmental needs of children in Reception. Planning is realistic for the autumn term and focuses on building strong foundations through high-quality texts, talk, storytelling, mark making and early writing opportunities.

Texts and activities are carefully selected to support settling in, building confidence, developing vocabulary, early storytelling, phonological awareness, mark making and purposeful writing, whilst linking closely to the wider curriculum.

Perfect for:

✔ Reception teachers

✔ ECTs and teachers new to EYFS

✔ Long and medium-term curriculum planning

✔ Teachers wanting practical, realistic autumn literacy provision

Planning is aligned to the EYFS Statutory Framework, Development Matters and ELG expectations, whilst remaining developmentally appropriate for the beginning of Reception.

Please note: This planning is intended to be adapted to suit the needs and interests of your own cohort.