English
At Southam St James, we believe that every child should have access to a stimulating and creative English curriculum. We aim to give every child the best possible opportunities to become a confident and literate global citizen. To do this, we believe every child must develop a love of reading to support their writing and language skills. That is why reading is at the heart of our school. This aligns with the National Curriculum's ambition to ensure that all pupils "read easily, fluently and with good understanding," and to enable them to develop the habit of reading widely and often, for both pleasure and information. We have a wonderful library that is regularly used by everyone and rich stimulating texts that have been clearly planned and selected, as well as enjoyable class books that we read each day.
We believe that children need to have regular and meaningful opportunities to write. Therefore, we ensure that all our subjects support our children to develop and embed their understanding of spelling, punctuation, grammar, vocabulary and in becoming creative. The primary aim of our English curriculum is to foster a love of literature and develop proficient communicators, readers, and writers.
Objectives:
- Phonics and Reading: Develop enthusiastic, fluent readers and cultivate a passion for reading through exposure to a diverse range of texts, ensuring pupils can decode texts efficiently and comprehend with depth.
- Writing: Develop the ability to write clearly, accurately, and coherently, tailoring language and style for a range of contexts, purposes, and audiences.
- Spoken Language: Enhance pupils' spoken language skills through varied opportunities for discussion, debate, and presentation.
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