Read Write Inc
At Burlington Junior School we feel passionately that every child should have the best opportunities possible to become confident and fluent readers. Children who still require quality first phonics in KS2 are taught in small groups with support from a teacher or teaching assistant through the Read Write Inc programme.
Children are assessed and placed in colour groups depending on ability and are then assessed regularly through lessons and formally at the end of each half term. This ensures that the children are making progress and are in a group suited to their ability.
Sessions take place every morning for up to 45 minutes. An additional afternoon speed sound intervention is also in place for those children on the lower colour groups to help teach gaps in sound knowledge. Every child will also read to an adult each day.
Tight tracking by a reading lead is in place to ensure that progress is being made.
Children are provided with the following:
Parent Resources
“Since implementation of Class Dojo we are much more aware of the things that happen whilst at school. Also the Dojo Points System is a great way to monitor progress.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised. Very pleased.”
“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“My child loves this school.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“Burlington Junior School is a wonderful school with great staff. They have helped me to become really independent whilst supporting me. I am really happy at this school.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“What I like about Burlington Junior School is learning because if you listen carefully you will get smart and you will have a good education and you will get a good job.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“My most favourite thing in Burlington Juniors is that we all help each other and that if someone is upset other people go and talk and play with them.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
