We live in an environment where written text is all around us and we use the fundamentals of reading and writing in our daily lives. This is why at Millbrook we believe that English should be at the heart of all aspects of school life.
At Millbrook we aim to deliver a high quality English curriculum that gives the children the best possible opportunities to become confident and successful readers and writers with a deep love and understanding of the English language. We believe the development of reading and writing skills is central to improving a child’s life chances.
Our teachers have high expectations for all the children to achieve and enjoy the art of writing and to be able to use the skills they acquire in a range of contexts. We promote reading throughout the curriculum and children are taught to develop their reading skills every day. We strive to ensure all children can communicate clearly in written form and become masters of language.
Children are given daily opportunities to explore and develop their reading and writing skills through a number of rich, engaging and creative activities in order to prepare them for the world they live in.
We understand the importance of writing and language in our lives and we are committed to ensuring we do our very best to help the children in our care become creative writers and successful readers.
Miss J Dixon, English Lead
Over the last seven years we have implemented and embedded Power of Reading in our English lessons. After all the staff had attended Literacy Counts moderation, with schools within the Kirkby Collaborative and in school moderation, staff meeting discussions, feedback from fellow Kirkby schools, it has been decided we will be trialling Literacy Counts Ready Steady Write for autumn term one. Throughout the first half term our staff will use the planning and texts from Ready Steady Write, as well as the lesson structure. We will be constantly reviewing the impact through, pupil voice, staff feedback, learning walks and book scrutiny. A decision will be made towards the end of the first term, on how we will move forward for the rest of the year. I will update the website accordingly once the decision has been made.
English Ambassadors
At Millbrook, we take pride in fostering a strong foundation in English language and communication skills. Our English Ambassadors support and celebrate the children who excel in writing, speaking, and critical thinking. Through dynamic activities such as debates, creative writing competitions, and public speaking, the children are encouraged to express themselves confidently and creatively. Our Ambassadors not only nurture academic excellence but also prepare the children to become effective communicators, empowering them to thrive in all future endeavours. Join us in celebrating the achievements of our English Ambassadors, who consistently demonstrate a love of language and a passion for reading and writing!
Meet the team: Freddie, Lexi, Eva, Kierah
English at Millbrook
