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Mildmay Primary School

with a Resource Base for Deaf Children

“Growing, Caring and Learning Together”

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.

Oracy at Mildmay is underpinned by the Oracy Framework created by Voice 21

Oracy in 2024/25

 

We are in our first year of working with Voice 21 to improve oracy outcomes for our pupils. 

This term we are working on developing paired talk using stem sentences.

Paired Talk at Mildmay

Bridge Academy Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 07663795. Registered Office: Community Building, Bridge Academy Trust, Brian Close, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9DZ.

Tel: 01245 202 937

Email: enquiries@bridgeacademytrust.org

             
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