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Reading
Promotion Area
Not yet
initiated
At initial stage
At developed stage
At enhanced stage
Boys
Does not
apply to our
school.
School promotes reading materials
and booklists targeted at boys.
Boys’ reading clubs are functioning.
Reading events that apply to boys’
interests take place at least once
every three months.
School runs an effective reading
promotion plan that involves boys
and male role models, addressing
their needs and interests.
Events take place at least
once a month.
Pupils and
families
from diverse
cultures and
backgrounds
Does not
apply to our
school.
A range of dual language texts or
appropriate materials reflecting
pupils’ diverse cultures and
backgrounds is available for pupils to
borrow.
Previous box applies. In addition,
school systems promoting reading
for pleasure and reading groups are
established to meet the needs of
pupils from diverse cultures
and backgrounds.
Previous boxes apply. In addition,
pupils and families from diverse
cultures and backgrounds are
involved in promoting reading to
pupils.
Communication
with families
Does not
apply to our
school.
All parents/caregivers are made
aware of the importance of
encouraging their children to read.
The school supports them through
materials like suggested booklists
and reading tips.
Previous box applies. In addition,
communication methods are
adapted to suit target group of
parents/caregivers. Some
parents/caregivers themselves are
used as advocates.
Previous boxes apply. In addition,
parents/caregivers are offered
regular support sessions on choosing
reading materials and reading with
children. Regular feedback from
parents/caregivers and children
is used to inform planning.
Family events
and activities
Does not
apply to our
school.
Reading for pleasure is promoted
during some school events and
activities to which family members/
caregivers are invited.
Family reading events/ activities are
often run during the year and some
parents/ caregivers are involved in
the planning.
Family reading events/activities take
place at least once a month,
including events for target groups –
for example, dads, grandparents or
families for whom English is an
additional language.
