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At Peterbrook Primary School, reading is the cornerstone of our curriculum. We are committed to ensuring that every child learns to read fluently and develops a deep understanding of what they read, enabling them to succeed across the curriculum and in later life.
We teach reading through a coherent, inclusive and well-sequenced approach from Nursery to Year 6. In the Early Years and Key Stage 1, we follow Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised, a systematic, synthetic phonics programme that ensures children learn to decode accurately and swiftly. This strong foundation enables pupils to become confident, independent readers.
Alongside phonics, we use Literacy Tree to place high-quality, diverse texts at the heart of our English curriculum. Carefully chosen texts support vocabulary development, language comprehension and writing outcomes, while exposing children to rich stories, authors and themes.
Reading is taught explicitly, practised regularly and applied across the wider curriculum. As stated in The Reading Framework:
“Reading is fundamental to education. Proficient reading is essential for pupils’ success across the curriculum and throughout life.”
Our intent is that every child leaves Peterbrook Primary as a skilled, confident reader who can access learning independently and is well prepared for the next stage of education.
Reading Long-Term Plan
Reading Long-Term Plan
Reading for Pleasure at Peterbrook
Reading for Pleasure at Peterbrook
At Peterbrook Primary School, we believe that reading for pleasure is essential in developing lifelong readers. We actively nurture a culture where books are valued, shared and enjoyed by all.
Children are immersed in high-quality texts through story time, shared reading, book talk and inviting reading environments. Through Literacy Tree, pupils encounter a wide range of authors, genres and themes, enabling them to develop personal preferences and a growing reading identity. Adults model enthusiasm for reading and provide regular opportunities for children to talk about books, recommend texts and read widely for enjoyment.
Reading for pleasure is deliberately planned for and protected because we know its impact is profound. The Reading Framework states:
“Pupils who read for pleasure are more likely to develop a wider vocabulary, increased general knowledge and a better understanding of other cultures.”
By prioritising reading for pleasure alongside skilled teaching of reading, we aim to develop curious, motivated readers who choose to read — both in school and beyond.
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