Our intention when teaching the English curriculum is that our pupils acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding to become life-long learners and linguists. We strive to ensure that all our pupils receive a well-rounded learning experience when reading, writing, speaking and listening which will equip them with the fundamental tools to achieve in school and beyond. It is our intention to immerse pupils in the wonders of quality texts to instil a love for reading, a passion for discovery and a confidence to explore their imagination.

Our intentions:

• Our aim is to ensure that every child becomes a reader, a writer and confident speaker by the time they leave Alderman Richard Hallam.
• To promote and instil a love for reading, writing and high-quality literature into pupils at all ages.
• To derive an English curriculum that is sequential to develop the acquisition of knowledge and skills.