Reading

Curriculum Leader: Mrs Collingwood and Mrs Kirk

Reading

At Kidgate Academy, we understand that reading is the gateway to learning. Reading is a life skill that every child should have the opportunity to develop. We believe that reading purposefully, frequently and for pleasure is crucial in supporting well-being, curiosity and academic success. By the time children leave Kidgate, we aim for them to be confident, fluent readers who are able to access purposeful texts which explore the diversity and richness of the world around them.

Writing

At Kidgate Academy, we acknowledge the importance of discussion and collaboration in supporting children to develop their authorial style and become independent, creative and confident writers. Children are exposed to vocabulary-rich texts which enhance their knowledge of specific genres and stylistic writing. We value the writing process of planning, drafting, editing, revising and publishing before sharing with a target audience. Our aim is that children will leave Kidgate with the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.