The development of pupils’ literacy skills
A strength of the school is the impressive extent to which pupils develop their literacy skills. From an early age all pupils make swift progress, developing early confidence in reading and speaking especially. As they move through the school, they develop an extensive vocabulary which they use to excellent effect in their writing and oracy work. When looking at texts, they infer meaning with ease and have a comprehensive understanding of the purposes and benefits of reading well. Overall, pupils apply their literacy skills successfully in a wide range of topics and contexts, across all areas of the curriculum.