As a School we have invested heavily in developing reading provision across our school. In the academic year 22/23 we redesigned our reading program to improve children’s access to high quality texts. All our students now have access to their own reading book scheme and we ensure they have regular access to support the development of a love of reading.

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All areas of the school celebrate and promote a love of reading through their curriculum areas, and we are proud of the impact this has on our students.

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We have worked hard to ensure the range of books provided are suitable for their reading level and provide the essential development pathway. Particular attention has been made ensuring that difference is celebrated within our reading spines. We use Renaissance Reader scheme to plan reading development alongside trained teachers to maximise the effectiveness. 

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We know that it is vital that children learn to read as soon as possible to enable them to access the curriculum and to increase their life chances. Identifying students reading age, strengths and developmental areas is key to reducing barriers to reading before they begin to engage fully in reading.

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We use the Fresh Start program for phonics and this has improved the effectiveness of our phonics intervention sessions. We have a Phonics specialist who works across all our schools coaching and supporting our staff to deliver high quality teaching of phonics where applicable.