English
Our Statement of Intent
English Martyrs’ aims for every child to experience an individual learning journey in English, reading and writing, in order that they make excellent progress from whatever their starting point may be. Our English Curriculum is guided by the National Curriculum 2014.
In studying English pupils develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. It enables them to express themselves creatively and imaginatively and to communicate with others effectively. Pupils learn to become enthusiastic and critical readers of stories, poetry and drama as well as non-fiction and media texts. The study of English helps pupils understand how language works by looking at its patterns, structures and origins. Using this knowledge pupils can choose and adapt what they say and write to different situations.
In line with this statement, we believe that the teaching of English has a crucial role to play in equipping pupils with the language skills they need to become effective communicators and language users as members of the school community and the wider world.
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