Oracy is at the heart of our curriculum at St John's

Our Vision: At St. John’s Church of England Primary School, we nurture an Oracy-rich community where every voice is valued and respected. Guided by our values of dedication, courage, and joy, we empower all members to communicate confidently, share ideas, and engage constructively. Inspired by the teachings of St. John, we promote dialogue that fosters curiosity, learning, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us, enabling ‘life in all its fullness.’ 

Children are explicitly taught the four strands. They are: 

These are then planned across all subjects with progression as children develop confidence and understanding at the appropriate age.