Case Study: Angel Oak Academy boosts vocabulary and reading comprehension with Bedrock Learning

Angel Oak Academy boosts vocabulary scores by 860% with Bedrock Learning

Angel Oak Academy, a primary school within the STEP Academy Trust, faced the challenge of supporting students in the critical transition from phonics to broader reading comprehension and literacy development. To address this, they partnered with Bedrock Learning to implement its research-based literacy platform and build a scalable framework for vocabulary instruction.

Bedrock Learning implemented a 12-week programme focused on Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary, which was integrated into the school's curriculum for subjects like Science and History. The results were significant, including a 30% increase in Science test scores, an average gain of 7 standardised age score points in reading, and a dramatic 860% increase in vocabulary scores for the lowest prior-attaining pupils. Bedrock Learning's solution also boosted student confidence and reduced teacher workload, providing a proven model for literacy instruction.

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