Reading lists:
Children at Thorpepark are exposed to quality books and text from the day they start to the day they leave.
Reading is a life skill that we believe every child will learn and develop at our school.
We embed a culture of learning to read and then reading to learn.
Please find our reading lists below arranged in year group order:
“Pupil ambassadors check on other pupils’ well-being.”
“Leaders are committed to and highly skilled in supporting pupils who struggle to manage their own behaviour.”
“Lots of initiatives are in place to encourage pupils’ love of reading.”
“Leaders have ensured that the teaching of reading is strong.”
“Pupils often benefit from bespoke plans which are matched to their needs.”
“Pupils love the ‘Thorpepark 50’.”
“Pupils enjoy being active citizens and getting paid in credits they can spend in the school shop.”
“Many parents appreciate the adult learning and volunteering opportunities available to them.”
“Pupils understand how to keep their minds and bodies healthy.”
“Pupils are well prepared for secondary education.”
“Leaders have designed the curriculum to develop pupils’ sense of belonging, identity and pride in being from Hull.”
“Pupils know ways to raise their own self-esteem and that of others.”
“Pupils are empathetic and show understanding of other pupils’ needs.”
“By the end of key stage 2 pupils have secure knowledge in English and mathematics.”
“Parents work in partnership with leaders and staff.”
“There is a truly inclusive ethos.”
“Pupils are motivated to learn.”
“Pupils thrive at Thorpepark Academy.”
“Pupils learn about people and places from their local area in all subjects.”
“Extra-curricular clubs are carefully chosen to stretch individual pupils’ talents in music, sport and other areas, including sewing.”
“Pupil mentors support younger pupils and those new to the school.”
“The curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is well designed.”
“Leaders, including the trust, ensure that pupil, parent and staff well-being is a top priority.”
“Pupils learn the importance of contributing to their community.”
“Pupils are motivated to learn. They enjoy lessons and they achieve well.”
“Pupils are exposed to a wide range of high-quality books.”
“Leaders know the pupils, their families and the community very well.”
“Leaders prioritise pupils’ well-being.”
“Children in the early years get off to a good start.”
“The school’s offer for pupils’ personal development is exceptional.”
