While inspiring literature is studied from many genres and periods, we also encourage pupils to read widely for pleasure and give them the tools to become confident and skilled communicators. Pupils tell us they really enjoy the stimulating variety of our lessons!
We recognise that English is the platform from which all learning occurs and so we equip pupils by ensuring they develop effective, transferrable reading skills and by teaching them to express themselves clearly both verbally and in a variety of writing styles. As you would expect, pupils also learn to make correct use of grammatical structures, spelling and punctuation. The majority of our Year 11 pupils are expected to take the English Literature IGCSE as well as the English Language IGCSE.
David's Story
A talented writer, actor and artist, David achieved As in Drama, English, English Literature, Art and Religious Studies. He scored 100% in his examined Drama performance, confirming his exceptional talent. David hopes to become a professional writer one day and gained a place at the Brit School to study Theatre and English Literature. He played many lead roles in school productions including Pyramus in A Midsummer Night's Dream and Faithful in Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress.
- Academic
- English
- Mathematics
- Sciences
- Humanities
- Languages
- Business & Financial Studies
- Thinking Skills
- Gifted & Talented
There is a renewed focus on a consistent whole-school approach to teaching and learning. This is exemplified by outstanding provision for literacy development which is now embedded in teaching across the curriculum.
Ofsted, May 2010
