English

At St Martin’s Primary School we consider Literacy to be vitally important. We follow the National Literacy Strategy alongside the ‘Read Write Inc’ phonic programme. Children are grouped according to ability from Year 1 to Year 6.

We teach reading through a range of methods and encourage reading at home from a variety of texts to broaden literary experiences. A parents’ guide on the 'Teaching of Reading at St. Martin’s School' is available from the School Secretary.

We like to give the children experience in both creative and factual writing, which is taught alongside spelling and handwriting. Handwriting sheets of letter formation, with associated language, are available for parents to assist their children at home. Joined handwriting is taught once the correct letter formation is established.

Children also have the opportunity to enter the Speech and Drama Section of the Eisteddfod and we are very proud of their achievements over the years. Children from key stage 2 are entered into the English Speaking Board examinations in order to demonstrate their speaking and listening skills.