Be communicative with others through reading and listening.
I am literate.
Communicate my ideas and emotions through writing.
Be equipped with a strong command over written and spoken words.
Have developed a love of literature through widespread reading for enjoyment.
Through reading in particular, have a chance to develop culturally, emotionally, intellectually, socially and spiritually.
Through reading, acquire knowledge to build on what I already know.
When I leave Easterside Academy I will ‌ Read easily, fluently and with good understanding.
Be competent in the arts of speaking and listening, making formal presentations, demonstrating to others and participating in debate.
Write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting my language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences.
Acquire skills of language which are essential to participating fully as a member of society.
Acquire a wide vocabulary, an understanding of grammar and knowledge of linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language.
Be able to use discussion in order to learn, elaborate and explain clearly my understanding and ideas.
Appreciate our rich and varied literary heritage.