English
Studying English opens the door to success across the whole curriculum, helping students to gain confidence in both their oral and written communication.
The department consists of a dynamic and highly knowledgeable group of teachers who are passionate about their subject. Teaching is rigorous, challenging as well as supportive of those whose find English difficult.
Our aim is to promote a real enthusiasm for English study and to develop skills and expertise in the three subject areas of Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing.
Creativity is at the heart of the curriculum and students will learn to speak and write in a range of forms and registers, developing increasing levels of sophistication and independence as they progress through the school.
At Key Stage 4, we follow the AQA English, English Language and English Literature specifications. All students take GCSE English Language and English Literature. Students will study a range of literary texts, both contemporary and from the literary heritage, as well as non-fiction texts. Both courses are 100% examination.
How can you support your child?
- Encourage your child to read every evening.
- Read newspapers in print or online - especially the broadsheets.
- Read a poem a week! See www.poetryfoundation.org.uk