English
Understanding the English language underpins most of the learning a child does. We encourage a love of reading, a curiosity about words, an ability to write coherently for many different audiences, a need to listen in an understanding way and be clear when speaking.
At Brookhurst we aim to teach children key literacy skills by
- delivering the National Curriculum for English
- following the National Literacy Strategy
Speaking and Listening
- Children of every age engage in regular philosophical discussions with their class
- Children are taught drama skills which are then used to support learning in the rest of the curriculum
- Children are given opportunities to speak in front of an audience in termly class assemblies and in school productions
Reading and the Appreciation of Literature
- Children are taught to read using a variety of strategies
- Children are given opportunities to read alone, with an adult, in groups and with a child from another age group
- Adults share their favourite children's books with children
- Authors, journalists and poets are invited into school to share their craft
Writing
Children are taught to write for many different purposes. These skills can then be applied in other areas of the curriculum.
- Stories
- Poetry
- Biography/ autobiography
- Reports
- Recounts
- Information writing
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Physical Education (PE)
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