Vocabulary is one of the most important aspects of a modern curriculum. At ESF, we believe that explicit and engaging vocabulary teaching has the power to promote independence in learners, ignite imaginations and improve attainment.
Research suggests that the typical vocabulary size of a successful pupil leaving secondary school today is 50,000 words. At ESF, your child will be encouraged to expand their vocabulary knowledge through explicit vocabulary teaching in lessons across the curriculum. They will be guided to explore the etymology (origin) and morphology (structure) of words to deeper understand them. Over 90% of the vocabulary of academic texts in school has Latin and Greek origins, therefore teaching etymology has positive implications for learning and cracking the academic code.
Across the course of the academic year, students of all ages will also be introduced to new vocabulary from all aspects of their studies. They will be encouraged to use them in their written and verbal work during lessons and around the school.
What can I do at home to support my child’s vocabulary development and help them to improve their vocabulary and reach that magic 50,000 words when they graduate?
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