At West Didsbury, we are extremely passionate about poetry and exposing our children to a variety of genres and poets, both classic and contemporary.

We read poetry for enjoyment regularly and we have carefully selected poetry to perform, study and inspire writing in class. We have an annual visit from a poet each January where the whole school is immersed in performing and writing poetry which is a highlight of the academic year.

Children in WDCE focus on poetry on a termly basis in guided reading. This is recorded as part of the carousel or whole class reading and is banding appropriate.

The reading spine in each year group has a selection of poetry books that are read to the children for pleasure.

The poems below are studied in class and are used for a performance focus or to inspire writing and each year group also has a genre of poetry to focus in on.