English
English - Subject Leader Mrs. Marsden
English is taught in Key Stages 1 and 2 and is a core subject. We aim to develop skills and knowledge that allow all children to become confident and effective communicators. We also hope to develop and foster an ability to enjoy and appreciate literacy. The teaching of English includes specific elements of:
Reading - We do not follow a specifc scheme for reading. We have a wide selection of books from different reading schemes including Ginn, Rigby Star, Floppy's Phonics and Oxford Reading Tree. We believe that this is advantageous to the children as they do not become over familiar and reliant on one scheme - rather they develop their skills and can apply them to a range of different books and texts. Children read regularly at school. In the Early Years this is with an adult both in individual and shared or guided sessions. As children make progress individual and guided reading sessions continue and children are also encouraged to read independently on a regular basis too. There is a focus on comprehension and understanding - not just being able to read the text. We welcome parent volunteers into school to complete reading activities with children.
Writing - Children will explore different styles of writing and develop their flair and creativity whilst maintaing technical accuracy. Writing is a key tool for communicating in all subject areas and we work hard to develop this. The use of I.C.T. or word processing to aid children's writing will also be used to support children who may have difficulties with writing - and also to explore different forms of presentation.
Handwriting - We follow the Nelson scheme for handwriting which is developmental and progressive from Reception through to Year 6. As children become proficient with joined handwriting they may be issued with a 'pen licence' to enable them to write in pen rather than pencil.
Speaking and Listening - Through a range of activities children will be encouraged and taught to communicate effectively. They will understand the need to adapt their style and vocabulary for different audiences and to be an active listener. Speaking and Listening activities will be developed throughout all curriculum areas.
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar - This is an important element of reading and writing. Spelling, punctuation and grammar activities begin from the Early Years - from the understanding of oral sentences to the technical accuracy of writing and understanding different elements of English.
Phonics - Phonics is used as the main approach the the teaching of reading and spelling in lower years at school and children are taugh phonics from the Early Years onwards. We follow the DfES 'Letters and Sounds' document and supplement this with Jolly Phonics resources.
English is taught in Key Stages 1 and 2 and is a core subject. We aim to develop skills and knowledge that allow all children to become confident and effective communicators. We also hope to develop and foster an ability to enjoy and appreciate literacy. The teaching of English includes specific elements of:
Reading - We do not follow a specifc scheme for reading. We have a wide selection of books from different reading schemes including Ginn, Rigby Star, Floppy's Phonics and Oxford Reading Tree. We believe that this is advantageous to the children as they do not become over familiar and reliant on one scheme - rather they develop their skills and can apply them to a range of different books and texts. Children read regularly at school. In the Early Years this is with an adult both in individual and shared or guided sessions. As children make progress individual and guided reading sessions continue and children are also encouraged to read independently on a regular basis too. There is a focus on comprehension and understanding - not just being able to read the text. We welcome parent volunteers into school to complete reading activities with children.
Writing - Children will explore different styles of writing and develop their flair and creativity whilst maintaing technical accuracy. Writing is a key tool for communicating in all subject areas and we work hard to develop this. The use of I.C.T. or word processing to aid children's writing will also be used to support children who may have difficulties with writing - and also to explore different forms of presentation.
Handwriting - We follow the Nelson scheme for handwriting which is developmental and progressive from Reception through to Year 6. As children become proficient with joined handwriting they may be issued with a 'pen licence' to enable them to write in pen rather than pencil.
Speaking and Listening - Through a range of activities children will be encouraged and taught to communicate effectively. They will understand the need to adapt their style and vocabulary for different audiences and to be an active listener. Speaking and Listening activities will be developed throughout all curriculum areas.
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar - This is an important element of reading and writing. Spelling, punctuation and grammar activities begin from the Early Years - from the understanding of oral sentences to the technical accuracy of writing and understanding different elements of English.
Phonics - Phonics is used as the main approach the the teaching of reading and spelling in lower years at school and children are taugh phonics from the Early Years onwards. We follow the DfES 'Letters and Sounds' document and supplement this with Jolly Phonics resources.
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