Implementation strategies in Middlesbrough

Being aware of the high levels of literacy deprivation in their area, the Acklam Grange team realised that vocabulary acquisition needed to be central to their strategy of improving literacy levels. After a lot of research into potential partners, they chose Bedrock Learning in September 2022, beginning with their Year 7 and 8 learners.

Bedrock was initially rolled out as a homework tool, with learners targeted to achieve a weekly goal of 20 points per week. In addition, Bedrock is also used for one lesson per fortnight in the school's Learning Resource Centre, with guided support from staff. Bedrock is also closely woven into the school's reward system to build intrinsic motivation.