Remote learning Primary English ideas: reading, writing, thought and talk

The Primary English team share their ideas on a range of teaching and learning ideas and activities around reading, writing, thought and talk.

Time is short - time for short stories: enriching reading & writing with perfectly formed tales

In this blog, Martin Galway shares the benefits of a healthy diet of short stories, especially when time is short, as well as a booklist of...

Really reading: developing reading with understanding in KS1

In this blog, Kathy Roe considers the importance of literary knowledge in developing young readers.

Fluency: the bridge from phonics to comprehension

A summary of the session with Professor Tim Rasinski, hosted by Herts for Learning - 17th November 2020.

The importance of LGBTQ+ literature in primary schools

Primary English adviser Michael Gray give us his thoughts on how important a diverse book stock is in all education settings.

KS3 (Year 7) Reading Fluency Project: text selection guidance

Guidance for choosing the right texts to engage and enthuse Year 7 pupils taking part in the HFL KS3 Reading Fluency Project.

Shining a light in the winter months

Winter festivities activities for the primary classroom.

Reading at Key Stage 1 – What might we do and how might we do it?

Kathy Roe shares some strategies for supporting children with reading in Key Stage 1.

Getting to grips with the Y2 Phonics Screening Check 2020 - Questions and considerations for English Subject Leaders

Ruth Goodman, Teaching and Learning Adviser for Herts for Learning, shares key considerations for Subject Leads on how best to support teachers and...

Black History Month: Looking back and looking forward

An exploration of the roots of British Black History Month, and a selection of literary highlights for children from this year’s celebrations.