English Literacy First

English literacy is the gateway to the world. SLA helps schools deliver KP2026 with literacy at the core.

Malaysia's early years curriculum has changed. KP2026 calls for holistic development, but strong English literacy remains the key to confidence, opportunity, and future learning.

SLA focuses on the literacy elements of the new curriculum, helping preschools and primary schools build language-rich classrooms, phonological awareness, and a clear pathway into reading.

Explore KP2026: what's changed Book a school consultation

Source anchor: KP2026 is implemented from January 2026, replacing the previous national preschool curriculum revision, and is structured around six learning domains including Language and Literacy.

What schools get with SLA

  • Literacy-first KP2026 guidance for leaders and teachers
  • Classroom routines that grow oral language and vocabulary
  • Phonological awareness and phonics readiness planning
  • Jolly Phonics adoption with training and coaching
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KP2026 and Literacy

What KP2026 means for English literacy

KP2026 organises learning into six domains, including Language and Literacy. English literacy is the pathway that unlocks every other domain, shaping how children communicate, learn, and thrive.

For teachers and leaders, the key question becomes: how do we turn curriculum goals into daily English literacy routines without turning early years into formal drilling?

KP2026 at a glance -> Language and Literacy in KP2026 ->

Source anchor: Six learning domains + Language and Literacy aim to strengthen communication and cultivate interest in reading.

How SLA Helps

How SLA builds English literacy inside KP2026

SLA works alongside schools to make literacy implementation clear, achievable, and consistent across classrooms.

Typical support includes

  • Literacy clarity sessions for leaders and teachers (what English literacy expectations look like in plain language)
  • Classroom implementation workshops (daily routines, talk structures, and literacy experiences)
  • Early literacy planning (oral language, phonological awareness, print awareness, story routines)
  • Coaching and follow-up (embed routines, track progress, and build confidence)
  • Whole-school consistency (shared literacy language and aligned expectations)

Literacy outcomes first

We focus on measurable literacy growth: stronger oral language, earlier reading confidence, and a clear bridge into Year 1 phonics success.

View our curriculum support packages Request a school proposal

Source anchor: KP2026 emphasizes broad development and aims to nurture communication and learning motivation.

Curriculum Detail Pages

Curriculum detail pages for English literacy leadership

From Preschool to Year 1

How early years foundations support successful transition into formal reading instruction and phonics in Year 1.

See the transition roadmap ->

Source anchor: Curriculum structure and Language and Literacy emphasis.

Early Primary English

Phonics is essential to the future of every child

As children move into Year 1, schools need a clear plan for systematic English reading instruction. Phonics is an explicit part of Malaysia's primary English curriculum, supporting children to blend for reading and segment for spelling.

SLA ensures early years foundations lead directly into early primary phonics success so every child gains access to English literacy.

Read: Phonics in early primary - what teachers need Book phonics training for Year 1-3

Source anchor: Phonics is stipulated in the standard-based primary curriculum and includes blending and segmenting expectations for Year 1 reading.

Jolly Phonics

Jolly Phonics is the key to English literacy success

SLA focuses on English literacy, and Jolly Phonics is the most effective pathway we know for getting children reading with confidence.

For schools that want a structured, teacher-friendly phonics programme with engaging resources that children love, Jolly Phonics delivers the step-by-step sequence that makes English literacy possible.

Why it works

  • Systematic and step-by-step
  • Multi-sensory (actions, stories, songs)
  • Playful, purposeful activities that build confidence
  • Clear lesson structures that reduce teacher workload
Deep dive: Jolly Phonics

How SLA makes it happen

  • Whole-school training and coaching
  • Implementation planning and pacing
  • Resource selection and procurement guidance
  • Ongoing support to embed routines consistently

Source anchor: Jolly Phonics is described by Jolly Learning as multi-sensory with actions, stories, songs, step-by-step lesson plans, and playful activities.

Jolly English

From phonics to real literacy: vocabulary and comprehension

English literacy is more than decoding. Children need vocabulary, oral language, and structured reading experiences so they understand what they read.

Jolly English supports children learning English as an additional language through songs, stories, games, and interactive activities, building language foundations that make phonics meaningful.

When schools combine:

  • Jolly English (language and vocabulary foundations)
  • Jolly Phonics (structured decoding and spelling skills)

Teachers build a smooth pathway from early language to confident literacy.

Explore Jolly English and comprehension support

Why it matters

  • Vocabulary and oral language power comprehension
  • Structured experiences transfer skills into real texts
  • Guided practice turns decoding into meaning

Source anchor: Jolly English is positioned for EAL learners, developing listening, speaking, and vocabulary through songs, stories, and games, preparing for phonics and early reading.

Resource Design

Easy for teachers. Brilliant for children.

  • Bright, child-focused, and motivating
  • Clear for teachers to use with minimal preparation
  • Consistent and structured so children feel secure
  • Flexible across classrooms, small groups, and catch-up

SLA can support schools with:

  • Teacher training and coaching
  • Planning support and pacing guidance
  • Implementation support for leadership teams
  • Support materials for classroom consistency
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Our Focus

Literacy first, always

SLA is focused on the literacy elements of KP2026 because English literacy is the gateway to learning across every subject. Our work keeps literacy at the center of early years and early primary practice.

We strongly recommend Jolly Phonics as the most effective and teacher-friendly route to English reading success, and we help schools implement it with confidence.

Contact

Let's plan your literacy programme.

Tell us about your school or organisation and the support you need. We respond within two working days.

Direct Contact

SLA works with education partners across Malaysia. Reach us to schedule a call or request a tailored literacy plan.

Phone +60 82 555 189
Email hello@sarawakliteracy.org
Location Kuching, Sarawak (nationwide delivery)
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