Writing
Level 1
- I use simple words and phrases to write things.
- I am beginning to know how full stops are used in reading and writing.
- I can write my letters clearly.
Level 2
- My writing makes sense and is written so that others understand it.
- I can use interesting words.
- I can write my ideas in sentences, and sometimes use capital letters and full stops.
- I can spell simple words, and can use letter sounds to spell words I do not know.
- I have neat and clear handwriting.
Level 3
- My writing is mostly organised, imaginative and clear.
- I know how to use the main features of different forms of writing.
- I am beginning to change my work for different readers.
- I can write my ideas into clear step by step sentences and use a variety of interesting words.
- The basic grammar of my sentences is usually correct.
- My spelling is mostly correct.
- I can use full stops, capital letters and question marks.
- My handwriting is joined and easy to read.
Level 4
- My different forms of writing are lively and thoughtful.
- I can write about and develop my ideas in an interesting way and organise them appropriately for the reader.
- I can choose adventurous words to create an effect.
- I am beginning to use complex sentences to explain what I mean.
- I can use common spelling patterns to help me spell words.
- I can use full stops, capital letters and question marks correctly, and am beginning to use punctuation within my sentences.
- My handwriting fluent, joined and legible.
Level 5
- My writing is varied and interesting and the meaning is clear in different forms for different readers
- I can use a more formal style of writing where needed.
- I can use imaginative words.
- I can organise my ideas into paragraphs.
- I can usually spell difficult words.
- I can use punctuation, including commas, apostrophes and inverted commas.
- My handwriting is joined, clear and fluent and, where appropriate, is adapted to a range of tasks.
Level 6
- My writing often engages and keeps the reader's interest.
- I can adapt the style and form of my writing.
- I can use an impersonal style of writing where appropriate.
- I can use a range of sentence structures and varied vocabulary to create effects.
- I can spell.
- My handwriting is neat and legible.
- I can use a range of punctuation to clarify meaning.
- I can organise my ideas into paragraphs.
Reading
Level 1
- I know some words in books.
- I can use letters and sounds to read and understand words, sometimes with help.
- I can share what I like about poems, stories and books.
Level 2
- I can read and understand simple books.
- I can share what I think about ideas in stories, poems and books.
- I can use strategies to read and understand words that I do not know.
Level 3
- I can read clearly and understand different texts on my own
- I understand the main points and can share what I prefer of fiction and non-fiction.
- I can use the alphabet to find information in books.
Level 4
- I can show understanding of important ideas, themes, events and characters in different texts
- I am beginning to use inference and deduction.
- I can use evidence from the text to explain my views.
- I can find and use ideas and information.
Level 5
- I understand different texts, choosing important points and using inference and deduction.
- I can identify key features, themes and characters and select sentences, phrases and relevant information to support my views.
- I can locate and collect information from a range of sources.
Level 6
- I can identify different layers of meaning and comment on the significance and effect when reading and discussing different texts.
- I can give personal responses to literary texts, referring to aspects of language, structure and themes to support my view.
- I can summarise a range of information from different sources.
Speaking and listening
Level 1
- I can talk about interesting topics.
- I can listen to others and comment.
- I can speak clearly to different people.
- I am beginning to use details.
Level 2
- I am beginning to show confidence in talking and listening, particularly
in interesting topics.
- Sometimes, I think about the listener by including useful detail.
- I speak clearly and use good words to explain and develop my ideas.
- I usually listen carefully and answer well to what others say.
- I am beginning to know that sometimes a different tone of voice and words are used.
Level 3
- I can talk and listen confidently in different contexts, exploring and sharing ideas.
- In discussion, I can understand the main points.
- I can show that I have listened carefully by making comments and asking questions.
- I can think about the listener, and change the vocabulary and details.
- I am beginning to be aware of Standard English and when it is used.
Level 4
- I can talk and listen with confidence in a wide range of contexts.
- I can change my talk to the purpose: developing ideas thoughtfully, describing events and sharing my opinions clearly.
- I listen carefully in discussion, making contributions and asking questions about others' ideas and views.
- I can use some of the features of Standard English vocabulary and grammar.
Level 5
- I can talk and listen confidently in a wide range of contexts, including formal contexts.
- My talk is interesting to the listener as I am beginning to vary my expression and vocabulary.
- I pay close attention to what others say, ask questions to develop ideas and make contributions that take account of others' views during discussions.
- I am beginning to use Standard English in formal situations.
Level 6
- I can adapt my talk in different contexts with increasing confidence.
- My talk engages the interest of the listener through the variety of my vocabulary and expression.
- I take an active part in discussion, showing an understanding of ideas and sensitivity to others.
- I am usually fluent in my use of Standard English in formal situations.