At Gosford Park, reading is at the heart of all we do. We aim to instil a lifelong love of reading in every child in order to open their minds, enrich their lives and improve well-being. Through the use of carefully selected fiction and non-fiction texts, we encourage children to think critically and analytically, while […]
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We are excited to introduce a new, streamlined approach to reading for all pupils from Year 2 upwards (except those currently in phonics groups). Our goal is to help every child find books they love while ensuring they are reading at a level that perfectly matches their ability. What is Accelerated Reader (AR)? Accelerated Reader
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At Gosford Park Primary School, we are passionate about nurturing a lifelong love of reading—both in school and at home. With that in mind, we are excited to announce the return of our Gosford Park Readathon, proudly organised by our PTA. This year’s Readathon will run from Thursday 5th March to Sunday 15th March 2026,
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Reading is the ultimate superpower—it lets you travel through time, explore distant planets, and walk in someone else’s shoes, all without leaving your desk! That’s why we are so excited to highlight My Library on Purple Mash, a fantastic digital bookshelf filled with stories for every student. Whether you’re a fan of spine-tingling mysteries, hilarious
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Here is a sample of our incredible English work this week, where the children are looking at how Stanley, the main character from our book Holes, can describe Camp Green Lake to his worried mother!
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World Book Day 2024 has not just been an ordinary day; it was a celebration of literature that transcended age boundaries, uniting book enthusiasts of all ages. The infectious excitement and love for reading permeated every corner of our school as students from all year groups embraced the joy of being reading buddies and adorned
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Yesterday, there was a fantastic buzz all around school as the children were challenged to ‘dress up’ their reading corners in their classrooms. Each class was presented with a special package of books to add to their shelves during assembly and throughout the day, the children and adults worked hard to showcase that at Gosford park,
Oxford Owl offers a fantastic free eBook library for children aged 3–11 years old. Here’s what you need to know: Remember, the eBooks are not optimized for mobile phones, so it’s best to use a computer, laptop, or tablet for the best reading experience. Happy reading! 📖✨ If you’d like to explore the library directly, you can visit
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