English
English in Key Stage 3 builds the analytical reading and confident writing that GCSE demands. Students study pre-1914 literature including Shakespeare, write for different purposes and audiences, and sharpen their technical accuracy and vocabulary.
- Reading Critical Analysis
Close reading is a GCSE skill that starts now. This topic develops critical analysis of language, structure and meaning across a range of texts.
- Pre-1914 Literature & Shakespeare
Great literature rewards effort. This topic introduces Shakespeare and pre-1914 texts, building the confidence to read and analyse challenging classics.
- Writing for Purpose, Audience & Form
Good writers adapt to their reader. This topic develops writing for purpose, audience and form — from persuasive to descriptive to formal.
- Technical Accuracy & Advanced Syntax
Accuracy earns marks and respect. This topic sharpens spelling, punctuation, grammar and advanced syntax for varied, controlled writing.
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