Courses
We offer a broad and balanced curriculum, for:
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Further details of our curriculum are available on the curriculum page.
Overview
Introduction
In key stage 3 (Years 7, 8 and 9) English at Westfield School, students learn about the ways words work through the study of a range of fiction and non-fiction texts. They learn to express themselves through language, and become equipped with the skills required to successfully engage both in the curriculum and in society.
Course leader
Mrs R Andrew
Curriculum
Course content
Students learn about the big ideas in literature and how to think analytically about the texts they read. By reading a range of academic and diverse texts, they develop a confident, critical, and considered voice. Students learn to think carefully about the ways words work, and become creative and courageous writers.
Topics
- Novels
- Plays
- Poetry
- Non-Fiction texts
- Spoken language
- Creative writing
- Opinion writing
Skills and requirements
Skills developed
Reading
- Comprehension.
- Critical reading.
- Evaluation and analysis of language, form and structure.
- Comparison of writers’ ideas and perspectives.
Writing
- Producing clear and coherent writing.
- Writing for impact for a range of audiences and purposes.
Use of standard English Spoken Language
- Use of spoken standard English.
- Presentation skills.
- Discussion.
- Debate.
