Strong Foundations

At Broughton High School, we believe that strong foundations in reading, writing, language and communication and numeracy are essential for success in school and beyond. Through a consistent whole-school approach, we ensure that every pupil develops the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become effective readers, writers, communicators and mathematicians.

Strong Foundations Team

Mrs K Armstrong - Lead Practitioner English/Strong Foundations - Reading & Oracy

Mrs H Lees - Specialist Teacher of English - Writing

Mr J Merritt - Specialist Teacher of Maths - Numeracy

Mr A Holding - Specialist KS1/KS2 Teacher

Reading

As a Reading School, we value reading as both a source of enjoyment and an essential life skill. Pupils develop fluency, confidence and understanding across every subject through high-quality teaching and ambitious texts. Our inclusive approach ensures that all pupils can access the curriculum, develop rich vocabulary and foster a lifelong love of reading.

Click here to read our Reading Vision Statement.

Writing

Writing is developed across every subject so that pupils can communicate clearly, accurately and purposefully. We have high expectations for presentation, spelling, punctuation and grammar while encouraging pupils to write with increasing independence and stamina. Pupils learn to write as historians, scientists, geographers and artists, using the language and conventions of each subject.

 Click here to read our Writing Vision Statement.

Language and Communication

We believe that every pupil should develop the language and communication skills needed to thrive in school and beyond. Through purposeful talk, active listening and collaborative discussion, pupils learn to articulate ideas, think critically and communicate with confidence. These skills are developed across every subject and give pupils the confidence and cultural capital to succeed academically and in the wider world.

Click here to read our Language and Communication Vision Statement.

Numeracy

We believe that every pupil should develop the confidence, fluency and understanding needed to use mathematics successfully in school and beyond. Numeracy is everyone's responsibility and is developed across every subject through opportunities to work with numbers, interpret data, reason and solve problems in meaningful contexts. By applying mathematical thinking across the curriculum, pupils gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions and thrive in further education, employment and everyday life.

Click here to read our Numeracy Vision Statement.

Together, these strong foundations ensure that every pupil leaves Broughton High School equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve success and make a positive contribution to the world around them.