English
The James Dixon English Writing Curriculum aims to be an inclusive, purposeful and contextualised learning journey allowing the children to make links between writing and the world they live in.
At James Dixon we aim to ensure that all pupils:
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Have a positive attitude towards writing, finding the process fun and exciting.
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Develop a broad and ambitious vocabulary and use this vocabulary confidently in conversation.
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Have the confidence to write with flair, clarity and imagination for a range of audiences and purposes.
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Have a solid understanding of spelling, punctuation and grammar.
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Are able to edit, develop and draft their own writing with the understanding this will make them do their very best.
At James Dixon Primary School, we consider Reading the key to success in all learning and therefore, we place reading at the heart of all we do. EYFS and Key Stage 1 read as part of the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds progression (see Early Reading and Phonics).
In KS2, reading lessons take place daily, ensuring that children are exposed to high-quality texts, which engage them as listeners, challenge them as decoders and inspire them as writers. These texts often support the learning carried out in the wider curriculum.