English
English is a vital form of communication in school, public life and internationally.
We place great importance on the development of students’ skills over the three main curriculum areas: speaking and listening, reading and writing. A heavy emphasis is placed on basic literacy skills over all key stages. Literacy is an essential tool for the development of students’ skills in English.
At each key stage, students are encouraged to express themselves creatively and imaginatively over the three main curriculum areas through a varied and stimulating programme of study. Areas of focus include:
- Novel study
- Writing stories
- Plays/drama
- Shakespeare
- Advertising
- Speeches/debating
- Film study
- Posters
- Research
Students have the opportunity and are encouraged to advance their ICT skills by the integration of computer use into English lessons.
All students are given the opportunity to gain qualifications in English at Key Stage 4. The year 10 programme of study follows the guidelines for Entry Level Certificate and GCSE at Year 11.
