Developing reading
Teachers and classroom assistants have been given training on language needed to facilitate group reading e.g. Cynllun Colegau Cymru Language Mat.
All teachers received training with Julie Bowhay (7/2/22).
DH attended 'Tric a Chlic' training.
The majority of pupils have a secure grasp of the Welsh alphabet
This is currently developing as we have recently purchased Tric a Chlic resources. Progress has been positive so far.
Teachers use Welsh i Books on an iPad connected to a whiteboard to enhance learning
Reading material at the appropriate level is available in each classroom
A range of Welsh reading material available in classes.
e.g.
Tric a Chlic books
Fflic a Fflac books
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The school is beginning to create a rich Welsh reading environment e.g. * Welsh phrases to discuss books are displayed
All classrooms have a reading area or access to the library. There are relevant Welsh questions to encourage children's Welsh language.
The school has recently undertaken an audit of current resources and has invested in a good range of current and suitable reading books and magazines
Audit has been complete to ensure enough books in each class. Tric a Chlic resources were prioritised and purchased after training. This has began the programme in PS1 and 2.
Pupils have regular guided reading sessions and are encouraged to discuss content. Record of these sessions are kept
Pupils undertake a range of activities to improve reading fluency and teachers encourage pupils to make good use of reading success criteria cards to peer and self assess
Key Stage 2 pupils read simple stories to pupils in the Foundation Phase
Each class are buddied up with an older class to undertake different enrichment activities. Throughout the year they will have opportunities to read to the younger children and celebrate special events.
Nursery - Year 3
Reception/Year 1 - Year 5/6
Year 1/2 - Year 4/5
Year 6 - Nurture
Pupils are able to answer simple questions about books and express their opinion simply
Pupils use Bobol Bach magazines to read and help model work.