KS1-KS2 Writing Objective Overview
2019-20
OVERACHING AIMS: “The overarching aim for English in the national curriculum is to promote high standards of language and literacy by equipping pupils with a strong command of the spoken and written word, and to develop their love of literature through widespread reading for enjoyment.” (2014 Primary Curriculum Framework Guidance)
Read easily, fluently and with good understanding Develop the habit of reading widely and often, for both pleasure and information Acquire a wide vocabulary, an understanding of grammar and knowledge of linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language Appreciate our rich and varied literary heritage Write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences Use discussion in order to learn; be able to elaborate and explain understanding and ideas clearly Be confident in the arts of speaking and listening, making formal presentations, demonstrating to others and participating in debate
SPOKEN LANGUAGE The national curriculum for English reflects the importance of spoken language in pupils’ development across the whole curriculum – cognitively, socially and linguistically. Spoken language underpins the development of reading and writing. The quality and variety of language that pupils hear and speak are vital for developing their vocabulary and grammar and their understanding for reading and writing.
OUR WRITING PROMISE Learning to write is one of the most important things that a child at primary school will learn. Children use their writing in almost all other subjects of the curriculum. Good writing also gives children a voice to share their ideas with the world. Martin Luther King wrote, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write.” For a child, learning to write can be a tricky business, not least because good writing involves handwriting, spelling, grammar and punctuation not to mention what we want to write and who we are writing for. At Bishop Martin we teach these skills discretely when appropriate and then provide opportunities to develop and refine these skills through purposeful writing opportunities linked to our thematic learning units, in different contexts and subjects. We believe grammar is most effective when taught in the context of reading and writing and strive to teach grammar in meaningful contexts. Playing with words, investigations, jokes and rhymes can all enrich and inform grammatical knowledge and understanding whilst developing a genuine interest in how language works.