What are the principles of our English curriculum?
A systematic and consistent approach to the teaching of phonics, leading into spellings and reading (we use Read, Write, Inc for both phonics and spelling)
Short writing units with focussed reading, grammar and writing tasks that are specific to the genre (or class topic)
Time taken to PLAN children’s writing, source high-quality vocabulary and structure ideas in a coherent way
Demonstrating the value of editing and proofreading by ensuring children all edit and then publish their written work regularly
Ensuring momentum for our readers, to promote challenging texts and nurture a love of reading
Termly fiction writes in each class
Creative freedom for teachers to match units and lessons to the needs and interests of their children