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English at St Paul’s is designed to spark a lifelong love of language. We believe that learning is most effective when it’s interactive and imaginative, which is why we are constantly adapting our plans to meet the needs of our pupils. From the first spark of a story to the final performance on stage, we provide a rigorous yet inspiring environment where every student can excel in reading, writing, and the performing arts.
English at St Paul’s is designed to spark a lifelong love of language. We believe that learning is most effective when it’s interactive and imaginative, which is why we are constantly adapting our plans to meet the needs of our pupils. From the first spark of a story to the final performance on stage, we provide a rigorous yet inspiring environment where every student can excel in reading, writing, and the performing arts.
English Across the School
English Across the School
National Poetry Day
National Poetry Day
Refuge
Refuge
In Year 6 at St. Paul's CofE Primary School, something truly special happened during National Poetry Day. The students delved into the world of poetry by studying a thought-provoking poem titled "Refugees" by Brian Bilston. This poem touched their hearts and sparked their creative spirits.
In Year 6 at St. Paul's CofE Primary School, something truly special happened during National Poetry Day. The students delved into the world of poetry by studying a thought-provoking poem titled "Refugees" by Brian Bilston. This poem touched their hearts and sparked their creative spirits.
The poem, "Refugees," shed light on the plight of those seeking refuge and the challenges they face. It inspired our Year 6 students to explore their own emotions and thoughts about this important issue. They embarked on a poetic journey of their own, crafting their unique versions of the poem.
With immense creativity and compassion, our Year 6 students gave voice to the experiences and emotions of refugees, using their words to raise awareness and evoke empathy. Their poems were like windows into the hearts and minds of those who seek safety and a better life.
National Poetry Day was not just about celebrating the beauty of language and self-expression; it was a week of learning, empathy, and solidarity. Through their poetry, Year 6 showed the world that even young hearts can be filled with understanding and a desire for positive change. They left an enduring mark on our school community, inspiring us all to be more compassionate global neighbours.
What our children say about English
What our children say about English
“ I enjoy English because we get to read back our written work and share it with others. My favourite book was the Lonely Beast.“
“ I like it when we write stories and do big writes as we have no boundaries and can use our imagination. I particularly liked Michael Morpurgo’s ‘The Dancing Bear’ because of the language used and how the author wrote about the characters.”
Author Visits
Author Visits
In St Paul's we have had visits from authors several children's authors, including: Philip Kavvadias, Jenny Mclachlan, Banji Alexander, Zohra Nabi and Richard Pickard
In St Paul's we have had visits from authors several children's authors, including: Philip Kavvadias, Jenny Mclachlan, Banji Alexander, Zohra Nabi and Richard Pickard
Year 5 & 6 visit by local author Zohra Nabi
Year 5 & 6 visit by local author Zohra Nabi
On 24th of May, Kingston based author Zohra Nabi visited St Paul’s and spoke about her latest book: The Kingdom over the Sea.
It is a fantasy story about immigration; a girl who is an outsider in the UK and disconnected from her own culture. Inspired by the Golden Age of the Islamic World and her Grandparents stories of their childhood home in the Kashmir Valley, Zohra has created a beautiful, rich fantasy world for this soul-fulfilling adventure about a girl finding out where she belongs in a land of sorcerers, alchemists and simmering magic.
Zohra talked about the processes she goes through to create her stories, sharing her drawings and notes with the children.
The children had time to ask Zohra lots of questions at the end.
Richard Pickard visit Year 4 & 5
What our children say about English
What our children say about English
“ I love reading, especially adventurous stories by authors like Rick Riordan.”
“ When you read and hear stories, it is like you are teleported into a different world.”
“ I like English because we do lots of different things. My favourite thing to do is drama and I also enjoyed creating my own Just So Story book.”
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