English

Statement of intent for English at Theydon Bois Primary School

At Theydon Bois Primary School, our aim is to develop confident, articulate, and imaginative users of the English language. We believe that a high-quality English education is essential in enabling our pupils to communicate effectively, express themselves creatively, and engage fully with the world around them.

Through our English curriculum, we aim to foster a love of reading, writing, and spoken language. Pupils are encouraged to explore and enjoy language in a variety of contexts, becoming independent and enthusiastic readers, writers, speakers, and listeners. They engage with a wide range of high-quality texts—fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, and media—to become both critical thinkers and creative performers.

Children learn how language works through a focus on patterns, structures, vocabulary, and grammar, which they apply confidently across all areas of the curriculum. They are supported to use language purposefully and appropriately in a range of spoken and written contexts, selecting vocabulary and grammatical structures that match the intended audience and purpose.

We are committed to ensuring that all children:

Enjoy using language and feel confident in expressing themselves;
Develop as fluent, accurate readers with strong comprehension skills;
Become independent and effective writers across a range of genres;
Use a range of spelling strategies and apply them in their work;
Speak clearly and listen actively in a variety of situations;
Write with a fluent, legible handwriting style and take pride in their presentation;
Understand the relevance of language across all areas of learning and life.

At Theydon Bois Primary School, English underpins all learning. Through our rich, inclusive, and engaging curriculum, we strive to empower every child with the skills and confidence needed to thrive both academically and personally.