At St. Edward's, we believe that reading is the foundation for learning and personal growth. We understand the vital role it plays in your child's development, both academically and emotionally. Our reading programme is designed to foster a love of books and equip children with the skills they need to become confident, lifelong readers.
Why Reading Matters
Reading is more than just a school subject – it’s a gateway to creativity, knowledge, and understanding of the world. Through reading, children expand their vocabulary, improve their writing, and enhance their comprehension skills. More importantly, reading helps them develop empathy, curiosity, and critical thinking, all of which are essential for success in life.
How We Support Your Child
In our school, we use a variety of strategies to support your child’s reading journey. These include:
- Daily Reading Sessions: Every child has dedicated time each day to engage with books, whether through independent reading, paired reading, or guided sessions with a teacher.
- Phonics: For younger children, we use Read Write Inc phonics to build a strong foundation for reading by teaching them the sounds that letters make and how to blend these sounds into words.
- Diverse Book Selection: We provide a wide range of books to cater to all interests, backgrounds, and reading levels, ensuring every child can find something they enjoy.
- Home-School Partnership: We believe parents play a key role in their child’s reading success. We encourage daily reading at home and offer guidance on how you can support this through our reading logs and resources.
How You Can Help at Home
To support your child’s reading at home, we suggest:
- Setting aside a regular time for reading each day.
- Reading together with your child, discussing the story, and asking questions.
- Encouraging your child to choose books that interest them.
- Visiting your local library to explore new reading materials.
By working together, we can ensure that your child develops a lifelong love of reading. We look forward to supporting you and your child on this exciting journey.
If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher
Information for Families about our Reading Offer at St. Edward's
Read Write Inc. Phonics
Boom Reader
Accelerated Reader
Reading Plus