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Oracy

 

Voice 21

We are currently implementing our new Oracy curriculum based on the nationally recognised 'Voice 21' framework across all key stages.

Early Intervention 

We use Language Link in Reception to identify speech and language needs immediately, ensuring every child has the support they need.

Tier 2 & 3 Vocabulary

We explicitly teach ambitious words (e.g., accumulate, benevolent, efficient) across all subjects. 

Performance & Presentation

From role-play and hot-seating to debates, our Power of Reading curriculum engages oracy from the first lesson, ensuring children have the spoken confidence to become successful writers.

ABC Talk Stems

To foster high-level debate, children learn to Agree with, Build upon, or Challenge ideas using formal talk stems.

Reciprocal Reading

Part of the approach to reading in Key Stage 2 is oral comprehension through Reciprocal Reading. We teach children sentence stems to effectively ask questions, make predictions and summarise texts. For example: "I wonder if / why / how / who...", "I think / imagine / predict...", "The main points are...".