English

English focuses on developing foundational literacy skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, with an emphasis on grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. Students learn to communicate effectively, understand different types of texts, and develop a love of reading.

At Ashton Gate Primary School our English curriculum is taught collaboratively through the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education’s (CLPE) Power of Reading Scheme. This scheme runs alongside the Little Wandle Phonics Scheme for early reading in EYFS and Key Stage 1.  

It is our intention that a high-quality English education will teach pupils to communicate confidently, clearly and fluently through speaking and writing and to understand and respond thoughtfully to the communication of others through reading and listening. Through the explicit teaching of reading skills and exposure to a wide range of literature, pupils develop a deeper understanding of themselves, others and the world around them. Reading not only helps pupils acquire new knowledge but also allows them to build on what they already know, preparing them effectively for success in secondary education and beyond.