Welcome to the English Department
Staff
Ms A Leonard, Head of English
Miss S Barker
Mrs R Boxall
Mr S Gair
Mrs J Kuenzi
Mrs J Shortt
Mr J Walker
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What will I be studying? A range of different texts: Fiction and Non Fiction (including media texts). You will be given an Anthology consisting of poetry and prose.
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What sort of coursework will I have to do, how will the coursework influence my final mark? At least 5 written assignments (2 cross over pieces) for English Language and Literature. Coursework: English Lang 20% Speaking and Listening, 20% Written Coursework: English Lit. 30% |
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What sort of activities will I be doing in class? A range of activities to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
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How will I be examined? |
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Do I need special skills?
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What qualifications will I achieve? English Lang. GCSE English Lit. GCSE |
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How will I be assessed? Written exams (May/June) And three Speaking and Listening assignments |
What else do I need to know? There will be an opportunity to attend the Poetry Live conference in Cambridge to hear the set poets discuss their work.
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What sort of homework will I be expected to do? Two homeworks or an extended homework per week. You will be expected to plan, draft and refine assignments and research a variety of topics. |
Who can I speak to for further information? English Teacher Head of Department |
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What deadlines will I need to meet? Assignment Deadlines |
What can this course lead to in the future? Everyone needs English for a job or Further Education. You will need at least a ‘C’ grade to go to College or Sixth Form. |
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KS3 Curriculum Information
The KS3 Curriculum is currently undergoing review in light of the new government directives. KS3 information will be added as soon as we have undergone our internal review which will start on the training day
Tuesday April 8th 2008