Oracy
Being an Orator at Herne View
An Orator is a confident and articulate speaker who can express ideas clearly and engage an audience. At Herne View the development of spoken language skills sits at the heart of our curriculum.
Pupils are encouraged to speak fluently, listen attentively, and participate in discussions, debates, and presentations. These taught skills prepare our children for their own futures by enhancing their ability to express opinions, justify their own ideas, and adapt speech for different audiences and purposes.
We recognise the importance of developing confident communicators, and we provide a range of opportunities for children to practise and refine their speaking and listening skills across the school:
Classroom environments within Key Stage One and the Foundation Stage feature inviting role play areas that encourage imaginative dialogue and collaborative play.
Curriculum events such as Storytelling Week, No Pens Wednesday, and Parliament Week provide powerful opportunities to enrich learning by placing a deliberate focus on speaking, listening, and communication skills.
Taking part in local events such as Youth Speaks, Young Voices, and poetry recitals offer children the chance to perform and present to a wider audience.
Our school performances, including nativities and end-of-year productions, further support pupils in building confidence, expression, and clarity in their spoken language.
These experiences are carefully designed to nurture Oracy and ensure that every child has the chance to develop their voice.
"Without language, one cannot talk to people and understand them; one cannot share their hopes and aspirations, grasp their history, appreciate their poetry, or savour their songs." - Nelson Mandela
