English
KS3 English comprises of English language (looking in detail at the structure of language) and English literature, looking in detail at texts form books, plays and poetry.
You also have a Library lesson once a fortnight in which you will read and discuss a series of set texts.
Curriculum
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aut.1 | Myths & Legends: Mythos | Introduction to Prose: Creative Writing, Novel study | Lived Experiences: Non-fiction, Novel study |
| Aut.2 | Myths & Legends: Mythos | Introduction to Prose: Creative Writing, Novel study | Lived Experiences: Non-fiction, Novel study |
| Spr.1 | Introduction to Poetry: Pre- and post-1900 anthology | Multimodal Expression: Non-fiction, graphic and audio-visual storytelling | Social Pressures: Much Ado About Nothing, Modern poetry |
| Spr.2 | Introduction to Poetry: Pre- and post-1900 anthology | Multimodal Expression: Non-fiction, graphic and audio-visual storytelling | Social Pressures: Much Ado About Nothing, Modern poetry |
| Sum.1 | Introduction to Shakespeare: Anthology | Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night’s Dream OR Julius Caesar | Protest Writing: Poetry, prose and non-fiction |
| Sum.2 | Introduction to Shakespeare: Anthology | Oracy: ‘Dragon’s Den’ project | Protest Writing: Poetry, prose and non-fiction |
Library lessons set texts spread over the year:
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Fly Me Home After Tomorrow |
The Giver A Monster Calls |
After the Fire |
Where will this subject lead me?
KS4 English Language and Literature
In Years 10-11 all students study GCSE qualifications in both English Language and English Literature (two separate GCSEs). For more information visit our KS4 subject pages for:
Career Pathways
English is useful for all jobs as it helps you develop important analysis and written communication skills. Most employers always say they want people with good English skills.
If you enjoy English you could use your creative and analytical skills to work in a huge range of different career areas.
If you are interested in the Arts and like reading, media, the theatre or events, there are lots of opportunities in broadcasting, publishing and arts management.
If you like debating and putting together persuasive arguments you may enjoy law, politics and government or business roles. English combines well with all subjects.
- BBC Bitesize website: videos of young people who are working in jobs that use English
- Careers Pilot: example careers that this subject can lead to
- Creative Industries: explore a wide selection of creative careers
- Apprenticeship courses: Info on what an apprenticeship is and courses available