At St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, we want every child to feel confident and ready to learn. One of the ways we support this is through pre-teaching – a strategy where key ideas, vocabulary, or skills are introduced before a main lesson. Pre-teaching is just one of the many ways we ensure that every child has the tools and confidence to succeed in their learning journey.

Pre-teaching gives children the chance to explore important concepts in a smaller, more focused setting. This early introduction helps them feel prepared, understand key terms, and build the confidence they need to take part fully in whole-class learning.

We use pre-teaching to support children who may need a little extra help getting ready for a new topic, as well as to give all pupils a shared foundation of understanding. By giving children this “head start,” we see increased focus, motivation, and engagement during lessons.

Impact

At St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, pre-teaching helps our children feel confident, prepared, and ready to learn. By introducing key ideas, vocabulary, and skills before the main lesson:

· Children gain a head start, so they feel confident to join in and contribute

· Pupils are more focused and motivated, knowing what to expect in the lesson

· Learning becomes more enjoyable, as children can fully understand and take part

· It gives extra support to those who need it, helping every child achieve their potential

Pre-teaching at St Joseph’s ensures that every child is set up for success, building confidence, engagement, and a love of learning.