Improving Oracy in Schools

This evidence-informed professional development programme helps schools strengthen oral language across the curriculum, from talk for learning to vocabulary, reading, and writing. It supports teachers and leaders to translate research into practice through structured reflection, practical tools, and collaborative planning.

_{Day 1: 23 January}

Explore the evidence base – what are some effective approaches? What’s ineffective? We will use audit tools to assess current practice, and begin defining your school’s key priorities in relation to oracy.

_{Day 2: 27 February}

Day 2 will focus on the role of oracy in supporting vocabulary development and reading. We will also think about next steps for implementation based on the audit tools from Day 1.

_{Day 3: 24 April}

On Day 3, we will explore the role of oracy in relation to writing. We will support you to develop an actionable implementation plan to ensure programme
insights can be enacted in your own setting.

You will gain:

A deeper understanding of how oracy underpins learning and other aspects of literacy
Practical, evidence-based strategies for classroom talk, vocabulary, reading, and writing
Structured tools and templates for planning, implementing, and monitoring change
Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from primary and secondary settings.

Who is the programme suitable for?

The programme is suitable for Headteachers, Teaching and Learning leads, literacy leads, SENCOs, curriculum leaders, and teachers from primary and secondary schools who want to strengthen oral language as part of an evidence-informed approach to literacy and inclusion.

All days run 9:30 – 15:00 at Exeter Racecourse and include lunch