Reading for pleasure sits at the heart of our reading curriculum, and we see ourselves first and foremost as reading teachers. We know that a teacher with a rich, current knowledge of children's books is far better placed to recommend the right book to the right child. We firmly believe there is no such thing as a reluctant reader — only a child who hasn't yet found the right book. Our shared mission is to make sure every child finds theirs. Sometimes it only takes one book to hook a reader for life.

To give our children the richest possible reading diet, our reading subject leader works alongside our librarians and teaching staff to choose the texts that line our shelves. Our teachers' deep knowledge of quality children's literature ensures our library and classroom book corners are filled with the very best books, and children can also recommend books they'd like to see added to the library.

This ethos runs through every part of school life. Every class has protected daily reading time, and a class reader shared aloud, building a community of readers. The children design and care for our reading corners, and our Scholastic Book Fair raises money to restock them. Pupil recommendations help children discover new books, and regular library visits keep our stock fresh and representative. We celebrate reading together through World Book Day, virtual author visits and our monthly newsletter, The Radcliffe Reader. Every member of staff shares their own reading life and recommends books to children, modelling the joy of reading.