Reading and Communication

We view reading and communication as the foundation of our curriculum. The bedrock from which everything else is built upon. We give reading and communication such high status as we believe that reading and communication can help removes barriers to learning, bring joy and happiness and further a young person’s independence as they communicate through their own individual methods.

For more information on how Birch Wood School’s approach to reading and communication, please see the below policy.

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Why is reading so important?

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Literacy Calendar

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Whole School Reading and Communication Overview

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Accelerated Reader Programme

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The Day Explorer

Please use the link below to access The Day Explorer, a unique current affairs and news resource that is regularly updated with new content to support the curriculum.