Literacy
All students participate in a wide range of Literacy activities throughout the school week to develop and refine their reading, writing and speaking and listening skills.
Accelerated Reader:
Each student is guided to select a reading book that is suitable for their reading and chronological age. Once a student has finished their book, they complete an online quiz to measure their understanding and progress. Students are encouraged to read a variety of materials and for their own pleasure.
Here are some of the comments students have made about reading:
"I like to bring my own books into school. It is calming and fun."
"I find the reading lessons relaxing and I learn more through reading."
"Reading is enjoyable. It helps me to discover new content."
Halton Libraries:
All of our students are encouraged to to become a member of Halton Libraries and we work closely with library staff to provide students with a number of exciting opportunities including author visits and sponsored reads.
Education Library Service
Our school library is supplemented by Cheshire Education Library Service. This means we have access to a much wider range of reading materials for all ability levels. We have a new library building due to open in 2024.
First News:
We subscribe to First News, a non-political newspaper designed specifically for young people. Students can access news stories in an age appropriate way, complete comprehension activities and quizzes and take part in speaking and listening activities.
Critical Thinking:
Students engage in a range of activities designed to help improve their critical thinking skills. These include Brain speed, memory and processing skills.
Group Reading:
All form groups participate in group reading sessions. This gives students a chance to engage with a wide variety of reading materials, to listen to modelled reading and to improve their own reading fluency.
For current news and activities please check the school's Literacy Notice Board.