English

We are working to develop the essential characteristics of good writers to have:

• The ability to write fluently and with interesting detail on a number of topics throughout the curriculum
• A vivid imagination which makes readers engage with and enjoy their writing
• A highly developed vocabulary and an excellent knowledge of writing techniques to extend details or description
• Well organised and structured writing, which includes a variey of sentence structures
• Excellent transcription skills that ensure their writing is well presented and punctuated, spelled correctly and neat
• A love of writing and an appreciation of its educational, cultural and entertainment values.

We are working to develop the essential characteristics of good readers to have

• Excellent phonic knowledge and skills - we teach children phonics using the DfE's published 'Letters and Sounds' Scheme.
• Fluency and accuracy in reading across a wide range of contexts throughout the curriculum
• Knowledge of an extensive and rich vocabulary
• An excellent comprehension of texts - our reading scheme is mainly Oxford Reading tree, but we use a range of texts that are book banding into a colour scheme
• The motivation to read for both study and pleasure
• Extensive knowledge through having read a rich and varied range of texts

We are working to develop the essential characteristics of good communicators to have

• An exceptional talent for listening attentively so as to understand what is being said
• A rich and varied vocabulary that gives clarity and interest to conversations
• Clear speech that can be easily understood by a range of audiences
• An excellent grasp of the rules used in English conversation
• A highly developed ability to tell stories
• A delight in initiating and joining in conversations
• Respect for others when communicating, even when views differ - respect

For a detailed breakdown of learning objectives by year group see PDF files below