Oracy

What is Oracy?

Oracy Vision

At Mildmay Primary School, we believe that oracy is a fundamental skill that underpins academic success, supports social and emotional development, and prepares our pupils for the challenges of the future. We are dedicated to developing a whole-school culture of talk, where effective communication is at the heart of our curriculum. The goal is for our children to express their ideas confidently and engage meaningfully in discussions and debates.

In partnership with Voice 21, we are committed to strengthening classroom practices and ensuring that all teachers are equipped to use oracy as a core pedagogy. Our learning environment encourages ongoing dialogue between teachers and students, promotes questioning and challenging ideas, and facilitates debate and knowledge sharing. Through these interactions, students develop their language and vocabulary, which not only enhances their learning but also builds their confidence in verbal communication.

We are particularly mindful of our most disadvantaged students, who may have limited access to high-quality spoken language experiences. The use of oracy within our classrooms is designed to help them find their voice, empowering them to positively influence their surroundings.

Importantly, we prioritise the inclusion of all students, including those who are deaf, within our oracy framework. We strive to create an environment where every student, regardless of their hearing ability, can engage in meaningful communication and develop their skills. By incorporating the use of BSL and ensuring accessibility, we aim to foster an inclusive atmosphere where every voice is valued.

The Oracy Framework and Voice 21

 Oracy development at Mildmay Primary School is underpinned by the Oracy Framework devised by Voice 21. To dedicated Oracy Champions adapt and implement the Voice 21structure and ideology to deliver effective Oracy learning throughout the school.