Reading

At Bassingbourn Primary School our ambition is that every child will leave our school able to read and with the skills required to interpret and work with a range of texts. We aim to create a love of reading in all pupils, regardless of their background, needs, interests or abilities.

Reading is taught in a structured progressive way across the school, using age-appropriate content and methods. We follow the National Curriculum and ensure objectives from this are met within English lessons.

From EYFS to Year 4 for the academic year 2024/2025 we will be following the RWInc progression. In Years 5 and 6 we will follow the Bassingbourn Progression Curriculum. The rationale behind this decision is to extend the RWInc provision into Years 3 and 4 as this is the first academic year that we will be delivering RWInc. This will ensure that the children have sound phonics and reading knowledge to access the curriculum. In Year 4 the children, once graduating from RWInc, will follow the RWInc comprehension materials. Fresh Start, a RWInc scheme, will also be used in Years 5 and 6 for children who require further support in reading.

Reading Spine

Reading Progression EYFS to Year 4