Embedding an effective reading curriculum: guiding fluency and comprehension
Leaders are meticulous in ensuring that all pupils learn to read. Reading has the highest priority. Teachers check regularly on pupils’ reading. They make sure that pupils get any help they need so that they keep up. Teachers match reading books closely to pupils’ phonics knowledge. This ensures that pupils become fluent, accurate and very confident readers. Pupils read a wide variety of exciting and interesting stories. Pupils apply what they have learned from reading these stories, and their phonics knowledge, in their written work, which is of a high quality.
Ofsted, November 2022
Unlocking the Power of Reading: A Whole-School Approach
This practical and inspiring training package offers participants a comprehensive overview of our carefully structured reading curriculum, including our approach to high-quality guided reading.
Throughout the session, participants will develop their understanding of how our reading curriculum supports effective assessment strategies that drive pupil progress. We’ll explore practice-based approaches that ensure robust curriculum coverage and highlight the importance of a well-planned, consistent reading programme that meets the needs of all learners.
A guided learning walk will give participants the opportunity to see our reading curriculum in action across the school – bringing our approach to life and offering insight into how reading is embedded throughout daily classroom practice.
Participants will receive access to our suite of Guided Reading Records, designed to support the planning, delivery and monitoring of guided reading across all year groups.
Ideal for reading leads, classroom practitioners and senior leaders, this session will leave you equipped with practical tools and strategies to elevate reading outcomes across your setting.
Cost of this training: £350 per school or group of schools (maximum 10 participants per session)
Course length: half a day
Course lead: David Millington (Deputy Head Teacher) and Emilie Blackett (Head of English)
