English
Our English curriculum unlocks the power of language through diverse texts and critical thinking.
ExploreCurriculum Intent
English fosters an environment where students belong by sharing their voice with kindness and listening to others with respect. We inspire students to believe that literature transforms how we view the world, encouraging integrity in how they express truth and craft arguments. Driven by curiosity and an aspirational drive to break social barriers, students adopt a scholarly approach to reading, writing, and oracy. By exploring challenging texts beyond their comfort zone, students become articulate communicators capable of creating meaningful change.
Key Stage 3
Taught through 4.5 x 55-minute periods each week
At Key Stage 3, we focus on laying the foundation for high-level analysis and inference. Students explore a wide range of texts, including tragedies, from different cultures and time periods, ensuring exposure to diverse voices. Vocabulary development is a key priority, allowing students to articulate their own viewpoints and inferences. Reading is central to the curriculum, with students benefiting from weekly library lessons and participation in the accelerated reader programme.
Key Stage 4
Taught through 5 x 55-minute periods each week (6 for Year 11)
We follow the AQA specification, studying texts such as Macbeth, An Inspector Calls, A Christmas Carol, and the Power and Conflict Poetry anthology. Students also refine their descriptive and persuasive writing skills. Our goal is to provide them with the tools they need to pursue English studies at A Level and beyond.
