Welcome to English!

The English curriculum at Dunmore is underpinned by a love of language and stories, and their ability to open new worlds for children.  We have selected a diverse range of rich texts to drive our English learning journeys.  At the start of each unit of work, children explore a text in detail using class discussions, detailed vocabulary work, drama and more.  Writing outcomes are clearly modelled to inspire and support children, and key grammar, punctuation and spelling skills are taught in context before students put these into practice in their own written work.  We encourage all children to strive for excellence in their spoken and written English (including handwriting), enabling them to communicate their ideas clearly and effectively.  Comprehension skills are taught through daily guided reading sessions, where children encounter additional rich texts, chosen to suit their ability and capture their imaginations.

Handwriting

We follow the Debbie Hepplewhite handwriting programme.