A huge thank you to Mrs Tweedale for organising such a brilliant event! Today’s Poetry by Heart assembly was an absolute triumph, with our talented children amazing us all with their heartfelt performances. It was wonderful to witness the effort and passion each child brought to the stage.
As part of celebrating our love of poetry across the school, every class chose a poem to learn by heart. So this morning, we gathered to listen, share, and celebrate the beauty of language through our poems. The room was alive with rhythm, emotion, and the power of words.
Why Poetry Matters in Our Curriculum
Poetry is one of the most treasured forms of expression. It allows children to articulate their feelings and emotions, helping them develop a sense of empathy and understanding. Through poetry, children are introduced to new vocabulary, as well as diverse rhythms and patterns of language, which enriches their linguistic skills.
Beyond language, poetry nurtures creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Understanding a poem often requires careful thought and interpretation, and it’s not uncommon for children to read and reflect multiple times to truly grasp its meaning. This process helps them think critically and approach challenges with curiosity.
Learning to recite poems by heart also improves memory and retention of new words and phrases. As children progress through the years, they’ll build a collection of poems they’ve learned and performed, creating a personal anthology to carry with them when they leave our school.