English Curriculum.pdf

The English curriculum aims to enable all pupils to achieve ambitious levels of literacy, promoting a love of reading and writing. It exposes children to high-quality literature, develops oral comprehension skills, and nurtures imagination and originality.

Reading: Early literacy skills are specifically taught, and children progress through rich experiences that engage and develop their skills as readers. Reading is at the heart of the curriculum, with explicit and implicit learning experiences.

Writing: Writing is an integral part of the curriculum, enabling pupils to communicate effectively for various purposes and audiences. Children develop physical ability, refine their skills, and become confident and fluent writers.

Spoken Language: Spoken language underpins reading and writing development, and teachers ensure the continual development of pupils' confidence and competence in spoken language and listening skills.

Implementation: The Supersonic Phonic Friends program is used, and English is taught through text-based, engaging stories. Teachers model a love of reading, and children participate in discussions, debates, and drama activities.

Impact: There is a growing love of reading amongst children, and Phonics Screening Check results show an increase in pass rates. Progress is made by children attending phonics sessions, and assessments identify gaps and progression.

SEND: Intervention groups support children with phonic recognition, segmenting, and blending, as well as writing and comprehension skills. Teachers plan differentiated lessons, and children are provided with tools to support their English development.

Cultural Capital and Enrichment: The curriculum aims to accumulate knowledge, behaviors, and skills that demonstrate cultural awareness, knowledge, and competence, providing children with a rich and varied experience.