Reading at Carnforth High School

At Carnforth High School we encourage and value reading. We support our students to develop confidence and fluency in reading that allows them to improve their academic performance across all subjects, whilst cultivating their communication skills. We want our pupils to explore the world around them with every teacher, in every classroom, through reading both fiction and non-fiction texts that enhance their vocabulary, imagination and curiosity.

We believe that developing reading proficiency and confidence prepares our young people for the future challenges of life in post-16 education, work, and wider society. We do not want any students to be left behind so work to identify any gaps in reading skills, to support all pupils to leave Carnforth High School reading at or above their chronological age. Our overall aim is to be an outstanding reading school.