What Will Students Be Taught in a Lesson?

The RTL English Curriculum is designed to cater to each student’s individual age and language ability. Each level within the curriculum carefully builds on foundational skills, advancing through more complex language concepts as students progress. To discover the specific skills a student will be learning, simply click on the grey button and choose the workbook that aligns with the student’s current level. Here’s a breakdown of the core areas covered by the curriculum, ensuring students are prepared for school, exams, and life beyond the classroom:

Phonemic Awareness

In the early stages, particularly in Levels 1 to 3, phonemic awareness forms the bedrock of learning. These levels focus on helping students recognise and manipulate individual sounds in words, which is crucial for reading readiness. Through engaging activities and systematic practice, students will learn to hear, identify, and work with the sounds of spoken language, setting the stage for proficient reading and writing.

Alphabetic Principle

As students advance, they will learn the alphabetic principle, which helps them understand the relationship between letters and sounds. This is key for developing reading skills. Throughout Levels 1 and 2, students are introduced to letter-sound correspondences, helping them decode new words and develop strong reading fluency.

Systematic & Explicit Phonics

Starting from Level 1 and continuing through Level 5, the curriculum incorporates a systematic phonics approach, guiding students step-by-step through sound-to-symbol relationships. They will progress from learning basic consonants and vowels to tackling more advanced phonics, including digraphs, blends, and diphthongs. Each level increases in complexity, ensuring they can decode increasingly challenging words with confidence.

Fluency with Text

Fluency—the ability to read with speed, accuracy, and proper expression—is a critical focus in Levels 3 to 9. As students master the basics of reading, RTL English emphasises fluency-building exercises that help them read effortlessly and with comprehension. The curriculum provides ample reading passages that challenge students while keeping them engaged, helping to strengthen their reading pace and understanding of the text.

Proficient Grammar Knowledge

From Level 4 onward, the curriculum introduces more advanced grammar concepts, ensuring that students have a strong grasp of sentence structure, parts of speech, and punctuation. These grammar skills are essential for both reading comprehension and effective writing. By the time students reach Level 9, they will have mastered complex grammar, enabling them to write and speak with clarity and accuracy.

Creative Writing

Creative writing is a key component of the RTL English curriculum, beginning in Level 3 and continuing through the higher levels. Students will learn to express their ideas through narrative writing, descriptive essays, and imaginative storytelling. These exercises not only foster creativity but also improve their ability to structure thoughts and communicate effectively. By Level 9, students are expected to produce well-organised and articulate pieces of writing.

Expanded Vocabulary

Vocabulary development is central to each level of the RTL English programme. With 3,968 Related Themes and 2,996 Topic Points integrated throughout the levels, students will be exposed to a wide range of words and phrases, enriching their vocabulary. Early levels focus on basic words, while advanced levels introduce more complex and nuanced language. Each lesson is designed to ensure students can understand and use new words in context, improving their overall language proficiency.

Advanced Comprehension

Reading comprehension becomes increasingly important as students move through the levels. In Levels 4 to 9, students will encounter texts of varying difficulty, designed to challenge their understanding and ability to interpret meaning. Advanced comprehension exercises teach students to infer, analyse, and critically engage with texts. These skills are vital not only for academic success but for navigating complex information in real-world contexts.

Confident Speaking Skills

Throughout the curriculum, confident speaking skills are developed through a range of oral exercises. From Level 1, students are encouraged to participate in reading aloud, answering questions, and engaging in discussions. As they progress, these speaking activities become more complex, helping them articulate their thoughts clearly and effectively. By the end of Level 9, students will be equipped to speak confidently in both academic and social settings.

With RTL English, students will master these essential language skills step-by-step. Each level ensures that they build a solid foundation and progress confidently to more advanced areas of the English language, preparing them for academic success and beyond.

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