At Cowbit St Mary's pupils in EYFS and KS1 are taught to spell as part of the Read, Write, Inc. Phonics programme. 

Pupils in Year 2 - 6  are taught to spell using Active Spelling. Active Spelling is a research-centred approach to spelling, providing pupils with a deep grasp of spelling and vocabulary which they are then able to use in their independent writing. It is a whole-school approach, leading from the end of the phonics phase and built around fundamental key skills that enable children to become lifelong spellers. 

• The approach uses the principles of mnemonics, images and verbal reasoning (through a dialogic talk based approach) to aid the retention of spellings and in turn develop a breadth of vocabulary.
• The model has been tested and refined to ensure alignment with the National Curriculum, with suggested spelling lists ensuring the necessary coverage of both the spelling patterns and statutory words.

You can see the spelling expectations for each year group in the National Curriculum here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7ccc06ed915d63cc65ce61/English_Appendix_1_-_Spelling.pdf 

Common Exception Words you could practise at home: