At Upottery Primary School, we are dedicated to fostering a culture where reading is cherished and enjoyed by all—both within our school and the wider community. Our aim is for children to engage with a diverse selection of high-quality ‘Blue Print’ texts, offering rich language, varied structures, meaningful themes, and a celebration of diversity.

We believe in providing children with the opportunity to explore a wide range of carefully chosen texts across various formats. This helps them develop a love for reading, both for pleasure and for learning. Our goal is for students to not only enjoy reading but also to cultivate personal preferences, recognize different authors, and appreciate a variety of literary styles.

Ultimately, we want our pupils to leave Upottery Primary as fluent, confident readers who understand what they read and have been nourished by a rich and varied "diet" of literature—one that enlightens, inspires, and equips them with the lifelong skill of reading. This foundation enables them to connect meaningfully with their peers and the world around them.

To ensure the progressive development of reading skills, we use the Accelerated Reader system, which supports both teaching and learning in a structured, effective way that reflects each child's reading ability. 

What is Accelerated Reader?

Accelerated Reader (AR) is a powerful tool used by teachers and parents to help improve or "accelerate" children's reading skills. It is used both in and out of school, giving each child personalized access to book quizzes through individual usernames and passwords.

How Can I Find Books Suitable for My Child?

Your child has been assigned a reading colour and a ZPD (Zone of Proximal Development) range. The reading colour corresponds to books available in the school library, and we encourage children to make full use of this resource.

The ZPD range is a specific number range that helps identify books suited to your child's current reading level. You can use this ZPD range on the AR BookFinder website to locate books that match their reading ability. 

How Does My Child Log In to Accelerated Reader from Home?

Every student has been provided with a unique username and password for accessing Accelerated Reader. These credentials allow them to log in and take quizzes, both at school and at home.

What Happens After My Child Reads a Book?

Once your child finishes a book, they are encouraged to take an online quiz to test their understanding and enhance their comprehension skills. These quizzes can be accessed through their personalized Accelerated Reader account.