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Welcome to English
'In English we will nourish students' passion for our subject, equip them with the confidence, the skills and the knowledge they need to succeed in all walks of life.'
The English course at Key Stage 3 provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge in preparation to access the GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature course in Key Stage 4. Students get the opportunity to study a wide range of types of texts, always taking into account the individual needs of our students. They will develop their analytical and evaluative skills, as well as their writing skills across the English curriculum. Across KS3, we run a reading programme called Accelerated Reader to build reading ability and develop understanding. The main aim of the KS3 English curriculum is to ensure that all students not only develop skills and enjoy learning, but to get students as ready as possible for the demands of Year 8 and then the KS4 curriculum.
If you would like further information about the topics and themes being taught please contact Miss L Fox, Head of Department.
EDUQAS GCSE English Language 9-1
This course consists of studying in preparation for examinations which cover reading fiction extracts and answering questions, creative writing, reading non-fiction texts and answering questions, and transactional writing. The course also includes a component which covers speaking and listening skills.
GCSE English Language is assessed in the following way:
If you would like further information about the topics, themes or assessment for this course please contact Miss L Fox, Head of Department.
EDUQAS GCSE English Literature 9-1
This course consists of studying in preparation for examinations which cover a Shakespeare play, prose text, a drama text and the study of an anthology of poems, and two unseen poems.
GCSE English Literature is assessed in the following way:
AQA A-level English Language and Literature
This two year course consists of the study of a selection of poems by Carol Ann Duffy, an anthology of a range of texts about Paris, two novels and a play. Students also prepare a non-exam assessment which explores a range of topics of individual study prompted by a novel.
A-level English Language and Literature is assessed in the following way:
EDUQAS Media Studies A level
The WJEC Eduqas A level in Media Studies offers a broad, engaging and stimulating course of study which enables learners to:
demonstrate skills of enquiry, critical thinking, decision-making and analysis
demonstrate a critical approach to media studies
demonstrate appreciation and critical understanding of the media and their role both historically and currently in society, culture, politics and the economy
develop an understanding of the dynamic and changing relationships between media forms, products, industries and audiences
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the global nature of the media
apply theoretical knowledge and specialist subject specific terminology to
analyse and compare media products and the contexts in which they are produced and consumed
make informed arguments, reach substantiated judgements and draw conclusions about media issues
engage in critical debate about academic theories used in media studies
appreciate how theoretical understanding supports practice and practice supports theoretical understanding
demonstrate sophisticated practical skills by providing opportunities for creative media production.
EDUQAS Media Studies A level is assessed in the following way:
GCSE English and English Literature revision website
English teachers and directors from across the Trust have created a revision website which is closely tailored to the messages students receive in their English lessons. We have a wealth of expertise in delivering the WJEC/Eduqas specifications that all our academies use for English and our website ensures that students can access advice and materials which will help them to achieve the best grades they can at any time. Students will need their academy Google login details to access the website.
The website can be accessed by following this link: revision.english.outwood.com
Enrichment Opportunities for English
Please see the current Academy Enrichment Programme Booklet for details of enrichment opportunities in this subject area.
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Post-16 students elected to collect food items to donate in Christmas hampers to the residents of Elm Park Care Home, in the local community.
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