Access and analyse information, feelings and opinions in a range of digital, print and multimodal texts
[Key concepts: social issues, information, representation; Key processes: selecting, analysing, researching]
Access and analyse information from different sources, identifying how culture and context influence the presentation of ideas
[Key concepts: information, representation, modality; Key processes: selecting, evaluating, interpreting, analysing]
Access and identify specific points of information such as details about people, places or events from a range of spoken, written and digital texts and use the information in new ways
[Key concepts: social worlds, environment, communication, lifestyle; Key processes: researching, recording, reporting]
Access, collate and analyse information from different print and digital sources to present an overview or develop a position on selected issues or interests
[Key concepts: perspective, context, representation; Key processes: comparing, analysing, presenting, profiling]
Access, collate and analyse information from different print, digital and visual sources to develop deeper understanding of events, personalities or circumstances
[Key concepts: data, context, representation; Key processes: researching, comparing, analysing, presenting, profiling]
Access ideas and information from a range of spoken, print and multimodal texts, compare views, state opinions, and present information in different formats to inform or interest others
[Key concepts: information, representation, modality, audience; Key processes: reviewing, recording, summarising, comparing]
Access imaginative texts such as cartoons, songs, stories or digital texts, and respond by describing aspects such as characters, events and ideas
[Key concepts: plot, character, experience; Key processes: interpreting, recounting, describing]
Access, summarise and analyse information and opinions from a range of sources relating to topical issues of shared interest
[Key concepts: resources, values, issues; Key processes: summarising, reading, listening, analysing]
Access, summarise and analyse information from different sources relating to contemporary community and lifestyle issues
[Key concepts: values, generation, culture; Key processes: researching, comparing, evaluating, reflecting]
Access, summarise and reorganise information obtained from a range of texts on a variety of topics, and present it in different formats
[Key concepts: research, data, media; Key processes: researching, collating, designing, presenting]
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By the end of Year Six, students identify, describe and demonstrate ways in which Christians are invited to recognise that the Reign of God is a gift and that they are called to witness to by the way they live, inspired by the Scriptures, Sacraments, Prayer and Liturgy.
Students respond to this invitation by posing questions and communicating ideas about living responsibly. They reflect, contemplate and identify courses of actions on issues that are important locally and globally.
By the end of Year Eight, students understand that the mission of the church is to proclaim “good news to the poor”; and identify the ways Christians are called to be “missionary disciples” of Jesus. They also recognise that all people, irrespective of religious belief, are spiritual beings, and all attempts to live a spiritual life are...
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By the end of Year Eight, students understand that the mission of the church is to proclaim “good news to the poor”; and identify the ways Christians are called to be “missionary disciples” of Jesus. They also recognise that all people, irrespective of religious belief, are spiritual beings, and all attempts to live a spiritual life are to be respected and can be learned from. Students examine the Scriptures, Sacraments and Prayer, recognising that Christ offers life, joy and hope to all.
Students question, investigate and differentiate between a variety of religious ideas, stories, practices and rituals. They explore and evaluate issues and principles of Christian living, expressing their understanding in various ways. Students identify ways to act responsibly in local and global contexts.
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By the end of Year Ten, students recognise the mystery of God as explored through the analogy of “a Triune relationship of love” as understood and taught in the Scriptures, Liturgy, and Tradition of the Catholic Church. They reflect upon right relationship with God and creation through prayer, Eucharist and compassionate service as lived by Jesus...
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By the end of Year Ten, students recognise the mystery of God as explored through the analogy of “a Triune relationship of love” as understood and taught in the Scriptures, Liturgy, and Tradition of the Catholic Church. They reflect upon right relationship with God and creation through prayer, Eucharist and compassionate service as lived by Jesus. Students understand that the basic meaning of the Incarnation of Jesus is that he is at once “divine and human”. The most important implication of the Incarnation is that by God’s love for us, we are becoming what Jesus is – one with the mystery we call “God” – and that this is the work of the Holy Spirit enabling us to grow in love.
Students critically evaluate how the Church strives (more or less well) to serve God’s desire for creation’s flourishing. They examine the Church’s scriptural and historical origins; its history of “trial and error”/success and failure; and represent sacramental and spiritual traditions. Students explore theological and philosophical issues, pose questions and reflect upon God’s purposes in the world.
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By the end of Year Two, students identify God as the giver of all life, revealed in creation and Jesus’ loving way of welcoming, serving, and celebrating. They describe the action of the Holy Spirit in the scriptures and the world and how this is shown in care for self and others. They recognise God’s loving presence in prayer, scripture and sacraments.
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By the end of Year Two, students identify God as the giver of all life, revealed in creation and Jesus’ loving way of welcoming, serving, and celebrating. They describe the action of the Holy Spirit in the scriptures and the world and how this is shown in care for self and others. They recognise God’s loving presence in prayer, scripture and sacraments.
Students reflect on and respond to religious experiences, texts and stories, recording observations, thoughts, feelings and ideas. They express in diverse ways their emerging understanding of and engagement with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
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By the end of Year Four, students understand that all are created in God’s image and are called to belong to the loving community of creation as modelled in the Trinity, and which Jesus called “the kingdom of God”. They explain how the love of Jesus is expressed in the Scripture, received in the Sacraments and celebrated in the Liturgy. Students...
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By the end of Year Four, students understand that all are created in God’s image and are called to belong to the loving community of creation as modelled in the Trinity, and which Jesus called “the kingdom of God”. They explain how the love of Jesus is expressed in the Scripture, received in the Sacraments and celebrated in the Liturgy. Students define the essential features of a Christian life as loving God and neighbour, which are expressed in the continuing story of the church, its saints and the traditions it hands on to us.
Students explore, pose questions about, analyse and evaluate religious ideas, rituals, events, experiences and Scripture, responding to them in a variety of ways. They reflect on choices and decisions made in order to live an authentic life in response to the teachings of Jesus, personally, locally and globally.
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By the end of Foundation, students identify God as love, revealed in Jesus, people and in their world. They engage with scripture/story, prayer and sacramental experiences. Students recognise that they belong to celebrating Church and school communities and are invited to love God in people and all creation.
Students respond to religious texts and stories, sharing observations, thoughts, feelings and ideas. They express in diverse ways their emerging understanding of and engagement with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
By the end of Year 5, students explain how text structures assist in understanding the text. They understand how language features, images and vocabulary influence interpretations of characters, settings and events.
When reading, they encounter and decode unfamiliar words using phonic, grammatical, semantic and contextual knowledge. They analyse...
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By the end of Year 5, students explain how text structures assist in understanding the text. They understand how language features, images and vocabulary influence interpretations of characters, settings and events.
When reading, they encounter and decode unfamiliar words using phonic, grammatical, semantic and contextual knowledge. They analyse and explain literal and implied information from a variety of texts. They describe how events, characters and settings in texts are depicted and explain their own responses to them. They listen and ask questions to clarify content.
Students use language features to show how ideas can be extended. They develop and explain a point of view about a text, selecting information, ideas and images from a range of resources.
Students create imaginative, informative and persuasive texts for different purposes and audiences. They make presentations which include multimodal elements for defined purposes. They contribute actively to class and group discussions, taking into account other perspectives. When writing, they demonstrate understanding of grammar using a variety of sentence types. They select specific vocabulary and use accurate spelling and punctuation. They edit their work for cohesive structure and meaning.
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By the end of Year 8, students understand how the selection of text structures is influenced by the selection of language mode and how this varies for different purposes and audiences. Students explain how language features, images and vocabulary are used to represent different ideas and issues in texts.
Students interpret texts, questioning the...
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By the end of Year 8, students understand how the selection of text structures is influenced by the selection of language mode and how this varies for different purposes and audiences. Students explain how language features, images and vocabulary are used to represent different ideas and issues in texts.
Students interpret texts, questioning the reliability of sources of ideas and information. They select evidence from the text to show how events, situations and people can be represented from different viewpoints. They listen for and identify different emphases in texts, using that understanding to elaborate on discussions.
Students understand how the selection of language features can be used for particular purposes and effects. They explain the effectiveness of language choices they make to influence the audience. Through combining ideas, images and language features from other texts, students show how ideas can be expressed in new ways.
Students create texts for different purposes, selecting language to influence audience response. They make presentations and contribute actively to class and group discussions, using language patterns for effect. When creating and editing texts to create specific effects, they take into account intended purposes and the needs and interests of audiences. They demonstrate understanding of grammar, select vocabulary for effect and use accurate spelling and punctuation.
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By the end of Year 6, students understand how the use of text structures can achieve particular effects. They analyse and explain how language features, images and vocabulary are used by different authors to represent ideas, characters and events.
Students compare and analyse information in different and complex texts, explaining literal and implied...
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By the end of Year 6, students understand how the use of text structures can achieve particular effects. They analyse and explain how language features, images and vocabulary are used by different authors to represent ideas, characters and events.
Students compare and analyse information in different and complex texts, explaining literal and implied meaning. They select and use evidence from a text to explain their response to it. They listen to discussions, clarifying content and challenging others’ ideas.
Students understand how language features and language patterns can be used for emphasis. They show how specific details can be used to support a point of view. They explain how their choices of language features and images are used.
Students create detailed texts elaborating on key ideas for a range of purposes and audiences. They make presentations and contribute actively to class and group discussions, using a variety of strategies for effect. They demonstrate an understanding of grammar, and make considered vocabulary choices to enhance cohesion and structure in their writing. They use accurate spelling and punctuation for clarity and make and explain editorial choices based on criteria.
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By the end of Year 3, students understand how content can be organised using different text structures depending on the purpose of the text. They understand how language features, images and vocabulary choices are used for different effects.
They read texts that contain varied sentence structures, a range of punctuation conventions, and images...
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By the end of Year 3, students understand how content can be organised using different text structures depending on the purpose of the text. They understand how language features, images and vocabulary choices are used for different effects.
They read texts that contain varied sentence structures, a range of punctuation conventions, and images that provide extra information. They use phonics and word knowledge to fluently read more complex words. They identify literal and implied meaning connecting ideas in different parts of a text. They select information, ideas and events in texts that relate to their own lives and to other texts. They listen to others’ views and respond appropriately using interaction skills.
Students understand how language features are used to link and sequence ideas. They understand how language can be used to express feelings and opinions on topics. Their texts include writing and images to express and develop, in some detail, experiences, events, information, ideas and characters.
Students create a range of texts for familiar and unfamiliar audiences. They contribute actively to class and group discussions, asking questions, providing useful feedback and making presentations. They demonstrate understanding of grammar and choose vocabulary and punctuation appropriate to the purpose and context of their writing. They use knowledge of letter-sound relationships including consonant and vowel clusters and high-frequency words to spell words accurately. They re-read and edit their writing, checking their work for appropriate vocabulary, structure and meaning. They write using joined letters that are accurately formed and consistent in size.
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By the end of Year 9, students analyse the ways that text structures can be manipulated for effect. They analyse and explain how images, vocabulary choices and language features distinguish the work of individual authors.
They evaluate and integrate ideas and information from texts to form their own interpretations. They select evidence from texts...
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By the end of Year 9, students analyse the ways that text structures can be manipulated for effect. They analyse and explain how images, vocabulary choices and language features distinguish the work of individual authors.
They evaluate and integrate ideas and information from texts to form their own interpretations. They select evidence from texts to analyse and explain how language choices and conventions are used to influence an audience. They listen for ways texts position an audience.
Students understand how to use a variety of language features to create different levels of meaning. They understand how interpretations can vary by comparing their responses to texts to the responses of others. In creating texts, students demonstrate how manipulating language features and images can create innovative texts.
Students create texts that respond to issues, interpreting and integrating ideas from other texts. They make presentations and contribute actively to class and group discussions, comparing and evaluating responses to ideas and issues. They edit for effect, selecting vocabulary and grammar that contribute to the precision and persuasiveness of texts and using accurate spelling and punctuation.
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