Implementation
At Bourne Westfield, children are taught under these two learning concepts:
These key concepts underpin learning in each milestone. This enables pupils to reinforce and build upon prior learning, make connections and develop subject specific language.
The vertical accumulation of knowledge and skills from Years 1 to 6 is mapped as follows:
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Transcription Present neatly This concept involves developing an understanding of handwriting and clear presentation. Spell correctly This concept involves understanding the need for accuracy. Punctuate accurately This concept involves understanding that punctuation adds clarity to writing. |
Composition Write with purpose This concept involves understanding the purpose or purposes of a piece of writing. Use imaginative description This concept involves developing an appreciation of how best to convey ideas through description. Organise writing appropriately This concept involves developing an appreciation of how best to convey ideas through description. Use paragraphs This concept involves understanding how to group ideas so as to guide the reader. Use sentences appropriately This concept involves using different types of sentences appropriately for both clarity and for effect. |
Analysis and Presentation Analyse writing This concept involves understanding how grammatical choices give effect and meaning to writing. Present writing This concept involves learning to reflect upon writing and reading it aloud to others. |
Each year group works towards the expectation for their year. The children are made aware of the features we expect to see in their writing and given targets to work on after each long piece of writing.
Here at Bourne Westfield we follow the Active English scheme for the teaching of grammar.
Active English
Active English is a whole-school support package for the teaching of grammar, writing and punctuation. It is largely aimed at Years 1 to 4, but the elements can be used flexibly across all year groups to meet the needs of pupils. What is important, is that there is a whole-school approach, with all teachers and teaching assistants being supported to implement the programme consistently across the school. It uses the principles of mnemonics to embed learning in an active and engaging way, providing pupils with a deeper grasp of language that serves as a foundation for their future.
