“A natural way to improve English”

Elan English Learning Centres, China

Students from Elan English Learning Centres in China are enjoying the professional learning program from the school, boosted by Renaissance. Having implemented Accelerated Reader in 2013, they have found improved literacy standards, with the wider benefits this entails on vocabulary, grammar etc.

Talking Points: Assessment, EAL, Motivation, Personalised Practice, Reading Culture

Developing reading comprehension and engagement at County Antrim primary school

Christ the Redeemer Primary School, Belfast, County Antrim

Talking Points: Data Review, Personalised Practice, Reading Comprehension, Reading for Pleasure, Student Engagement

Reading lays foundation for success in East London school

Sir William Burrough Primary School, East London

Head Teacher Avril Newman says that "to be able to read fluently and well is the most freeing thing we can offer any of the children." That's why Sir William Burrough focuses on personalising reading practice for each student and guiding them to make such impressive levels of progress.

Talking Points: Assessment, EAL, Personalised Practice, Progress Monitoring, Reading Culture

Reviewing maths skills with AM helping staff at Oasis Hadley to identify gaps in knowledge

Oasis Academy Hadley, North East London

After a gradual introduction, all Year 7 and 8 students at Oasis Academy Hadley use Accelerated Maths and MathsFacts in a Flash to consolidate their learning and work towards mastery of their maths skills. Staff have found AM a useful assessment for learning tool.

Talking Points: Intervention, Motivation, Personalised Practice, Professional Development

Students “much more independent with their learning” at Hull academy

The Boulevard Academy, Kingston upon Hull

Established as a free school in 2013, the Boulevard Academy has a specific focus on literacy and numeracy. The curriculum relies heavily on Accelerated Reader and Accelerated Maths to personalise learning for every student - and STAR Assessments provide the data to inform planning and teaching.

Talking Points: Assessment, Intervention, Personalised Practice, Progress Monitoring, Renaissance School Partnerships

Accelerated Maths “simple next step” for London primary school

St Paul's CE Primary School, North West London

Having experienced success with Accelerated Reader, St Paul's CE Primary implemented Accelerated Maths. Teaching has been transformed, with personalised practice for every student now the norm.

Talking Points: Personalised Practice, Progress Monitoring, Pupil Premium