TTS Talking Early Years Episode 10 | The Oracy Gap: Who gets left behind? with Adam Marycz
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Aug 21, 2025 In this discussion, Adam Marycz, an early years education consultant with a rich background in teaching, dives into the impact of socioeconomic status on children's oracy skills. He emphasizes the importance of 'cultural capital' and equitable access to educational resources. The conversation also touches on how the Early Years Pupil Premium can support learning, and the need for educators to effectively utilize tools like Recordable Pegs and Talking Pens. Adam advocates for recognizing diverse communication styles to bridge the oracy gap in education.
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Oracy Is Multi-Factorial Not Just Economic
- Socioeconomic status influences oracy but is not the sole determinant of language development.
- Multiple intersecting factors like SEND and home language also shape children's oracy skills.
Support Families As Well As Children
- Support children holistically, including families, to improve oracy outcomes.
- Provide high-quality interactions and targeted one-to-one support where needed.
Oracy Values Communication Over Accent
- Oracy should prioritise effective communication over enforcing a single accent or dialect.
- Valuing home languages and dialects preserves children's identity while building communication skills.