Oracy
Personal Development
Oracy
Vision:
Our vision is to place oracy at the heart of learning, creating language-rich environments and talk-rich children. By explicitly teaching oracy, we aim to develop pupils’ language skills, helping them find their voice, express themselves effectively, and build strong relationships. We empower them to speak confidently, listen attentively, and respond thoughtfully, both verbally and non-verbally, to achieve successful outcomes. We believe that speaking and listening are intertwined, guiding children to become eloquent, concise, and empathetic communicators. Valuing every voice, we ensure that every opportunity shapes a life.
What is Oracy?
‘Oracy is the ability to articulate ideas, develop understanding and engage with others through spoken language – learning to talk and through talk.’ (Voice21).
The key oracy skills we want to provide our children are outlined in the Oracy Frameworks:
How can I promote oracy at home?
- Read aloud to your child
- Ask them about their day and tell them about yours
- Eat dinner as a family and chat about local or world events
- Play word games e.g. I spy, Word association, Guess the... (all great for a journey in the car)
- Join an extra-curricular club
- Go on a nature listening walk
- Call a family member and speak on the phone