English

The intent of the English curriculum is to develop pupils into confident, articulate readers,

writers and thinkers who can engage critically with a wide range of texts, ideas and

perspectives. Pupils are taught to read analytically, write with accuracy and purpose, and

communicate effectively in spoken language.

Across KS3 and KS4, pupils develop:

• Secure reading comprehension and inference skills

• The ability to analyse language, structure and form

• A rich vocabulary and accurate written expression

• An understanding of how texts reflect social, cultural and historical contexts

• The confidence to express personal responses supported by evidence

English aims to empower pupils to understand themselves and others