English – Subject Intent
At Leconfield Primary School we believe that a quality English curriculum should develop children’s love of reading, writing and discussion.
Our English curriculum provides many purposeful opportunities for reading, writing and discussion so children know more, remember more and understand more.
Further information:
Writing Curriculum
Reading Curriculum
‘ Children learn to read as soon as they start at school. Welltrained staff skilfully help children to read with increasing confidence.’
‘Teachers encourage pupils
to read in a variety of ways.’
‘Pupils learn to develop their independence from an early age.’
‘Staff have given careful thought to what
children will learning each term.’
‘Pupils enjoy their role as ambassadors for the school, welcoming visitors and organising fundraising events.’
‘One pupil, typical of many, said, ‘We should treat others as we expect to be treated ourselves.’
‘Leaders encourage pupils to take on responsibilities in school.’
‘Across
the school, pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times.’
‘Pupils learn how to stay safe, including when using the internet.’
‘Learning builds on what pupils already know. Teachers have strong subject knowledge and support pupils to develop their reasoning skills.’
‘Children enjoy exploring the purposeful learning environment that staff have created for them.’
‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’
‘Leaders ensure that staff have the training and support to meet the needs of pupils with SEND’
‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’
‘The safeguarding of pupils is a priority in school. Staff know pupils and families well.’
‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’
‘ Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are given extra support if
they fall behind.’
‘In
mathematics, the ‘small steps’ of knowledge that pupils must learn are clearly identified.’
‘Pupils are respectful of people with different backgrounds or beliefs.’
‘One group of pupils is supporting the community to develop a sensory garden in
the local area.’
‘ The early years staff know their children well.’
‘Leaders and teachers promote a respect of different cultures and ideas.’
‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’
‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’
‘Pupils are supportive of one another’
‘Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare.’
‘Pupils are confident that staff will help them if they have any concerns.’
‘Leaders know how important it is for pupils to enjoy reading.’
‘Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, such as rugby club and choir.’
‘Pupils listen carefully to other people’s opinions.’
