Establishing a culture of reading
The school promotes a suitable reading culture through a range of approaches that encourage all pupils to engage with books regularly. Pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 benefit from dedicated reading sessions in the library where they make use of a structured reading approach to support their progress. The library is a welcoming and engaging environment. It is well stocked and supported by a librarian and pupil monitors who help identify books which uphold the school’s values. Younger pupils in Years 5 and 6 develop confidence in using the library through exploratory sessions. In addition, pupils benefit from the school’s online library, widening the range of texts available to them. Reading is further reinforced during dedicated sessions in the primary phase and during registration in Year 7 where pupils regularly read class texts aloud. Visiting authors and trips to local bookstores help to enrich pupils’ experiences and enjoyment of reading.