Curriculum - Foundational - Filled

Key Features

Resources

Foundational Expectations

Annual NGRT Test for all pupils

• NGRT tests embedded within calendar and tests conducted with fidelity at the end of the academic year (except newcomers, Y2 and Y7 who are tested on entry).
• All teachers and leaders trained on how to interpret and use NGRT (and other assessment) SAS data and reports.

Accurate diagnosis of need

• Pupils that are below CRA have further diagnostic testing
• Diagnosis supports accurate choice of intervention - Reading Intervention Flow Chart is available for primary and secondary

Well-targeted intervention for all below CRA

• Targeted and well-established programmes used for intervention and delivered with fidelity
• Interventions are timetabled and follow the recommended frequency
• Interventions begin as swiftly as possible no later than October half term
• Regular assessment in place for pupils on intervention
• For each programme, progress of pupils is evaluated regularly and additional support / changes are made where needed
• Leaders ensure that the reading offer responds to the pupils’ reading needs

Phonics Programme

• Timetabled phonics programme in place for all pupils that need it
• Appropriate book match in place for pupils on phonics programme
• Regular (6 weekly) assessment in place
• All phonics interventions led by a adult trained in phonics
• Primary only: education staff trained in phonics

• All adults leading interventions have been trained in the intervention they are delivering
• They have a clear understanding of progress
• They receive feedback and support for their teaching in line with the school's wider approach
• Reading leads attend all recommended Network and other reading programme training

Interventions led by trained adults

Reading Assessment Resources

NGRT Training: Pre-testing and Post-testing Essentials

Secondary Reading Assessment and Intervention Flowchart

Primary Reading Assessment and Intervention Flowchart

Interventions

Ark Early Reading Guide for Secondaries

Ark Early Reading Guide for Primaries