English
KEY STAGE 3
In Key Stage 3 Years 7-9 pupils are afforded opportunities to develop familiarity with a wide range of texts. Some of these include autobiography, myths and legends, ballads, persuasive texts and political speeches to name a few! The foundations for analystical skills needed for GCSE are embedded firmly during this period of time and pupils develop skills for interpreting and using the English Language in 3 key areas
- Speaking and Listening
- Reading
- Writing
KEY STAGE 4
In Years 10 and 11, pupils undertake GCSE or Entry Level study. The faculty currently follows the WJEC examination board syllabus for English Language and English Literature. Pupils undertake coursework which contributes 40% Englsih Language and 30% English Literature to their final mark with the remaining 60/70% being determined across two examination papers for Englsih Language and one paper for Literature. Many of our students continue their English studies at A Level and beyond, having developed a real love for the subject.