Literacy Curriculum

Literacy Curriculum at Saughall All Saints

Intent

At Saughall All Saints Primary School, we are passionate about developing confident, enthusiastic communicators who enjoy reading, writing and speaking. We believe that spoken language is at the heart of literacy and strive to give every child the skills they need to express themselves clearly, creatively and confidently.

We aim for all children to become successful writers who can write fluently, use ambitious vocabulary, understand purpose and audience, and take pride in producing high-quality work. High expectations for writing are promoted across the curriculum, ensuring that pupils can apply their skills in all subjects.

Writing is taught daily through the Pathways to Write programme from Reception to Year 6. Using a mastery approach, units are based on high-quality texts and provide engaging opportunities for children to develop their reading, writing and vocabulary skills. Key skills are revisited and built upon throughout each unit, enabling children to apply their learning with confidence and independence.

Implementation

Vocabulary development is a key priority across the school. Through carefully chosen texts and rich learning experiences, children are encouraged to develop a broad and varied vocabulary that enhances both their spoken and written communication.

Oracy is embedded in everyday teaching across all subjects. Children are given regular opportunities to discuss ideas, explain their thinking, debate, present and collaborate with others. These experiences help pupils develop confidence, deepen understanding and strengthen their writing.

Writing is valued across the curriculum, with children encouraged to apply their skills in all subjects and for a range of purposes and audiences.

Poetry & Writing Opportunities

We are proud to promote a love of poetry through our annual Poetry Festival, a highlight of the school year! Children study, write and perform poetry, resulting in a finals event judged by a panel of judges including a professional poet. We regularly welcome published poets into school, most recently Matt Abbott, to inspire our young writers.

Pupils also take part in local and national writing competitions and have enjoyed success in a range of events, including poetry competitions, published anthologies and wider writing initiatives. We are particularly proud of the children who have represented the school at the Storyhouse Poetry Workshop and other writing events.

Writer of the Week

Each week, a Writer of the Week award is presented in Celebration Assembly to recognise outstanding effort, progress, creativity or achievement in writing.

Impact

We are proud that our pupils leave Saughall All Saints as confident communicators who enjoy reading, writing and speaking. They develop a rich vocabulary, write with increasing independence and creativity, and are equipped with the skills needed for the next stage of their education and beyond. Through a strong focus on literacy and oracy, children become resilient, articulate and successful learners.