English

Mrs K.Kelly
Mrs K.Thompson
Mrs L.Toner
Mrs P.McAleer
Mrs M.Campbell
Miss M.Morgan
Mr D.Kelly
Miss M.Campbell
Mr F.Quinn
Miss R.Corr
Miss C.Gates

Welcome to the English Department at St. Patrick’s College. We aim to use our collaborative expertise and skills to ensure that all pupils reach their pupil potential, developing their analytical, reading, writing and oracy skills.

As one of the core subjects on the curriculum, we strive to:

• Focus on Literacy development via effective teaching and learning
• Meet additional learning needs
• Use ICT effectively and creatively
• Improve standards in Literacy, Numeracy and ICT
• Create a show and share culture
• Maintain and or stimulate lasting pupil curiosity, interest and enjoyment in English and to create an atmosphere where pupils wish to learn, so that they come to enjoy English, because they are active participants in it, and where staff enjoy teaching, so they give their very best. This will enable each pupil to achieve their potential.
• Develop the habit of reading and encourage pupils to value reading as a pleasure and as an important skill for life.
• Enable pupils to become familiar with a body of knowledge, principles and vocabulary in standard English.
• Expose pupils to a wide range of material (both literary and media). We aim to enable pupils to see English as: a major cultural feature; part of a wider body of knowledge and skills.
• Enable pupils to work independently and as part of a team in varied activities, so as English contributes to the development of core skills such as ICT, reading, writing and speaking.
• Employ teaching methods and resources that allow all pupils to have equal access to English and to experience success and enjoyment in their work.

Key Stage 3 Curriculum

At KS3 pupils will have the chance to study the three components of English: reading, writing and speaking and listening. 

Each year group at KS3 has a specific novel study that is used to develop all of these skills whilst fostering a love of reading for pleasure. We also develop links to industry so our students understand the transferable skills they are gaining, ensuring our curriculum is relevant, engaging and challenging for all abilities.

GCSE English Language and English Literature: Awarding body: CCEA

In the English department ALL students are taught GCSE English Language and English Literature at GCSE. This ensures our students experience a broad and varied curriculum and all barriers are removed, allowing every student to achieve their best

Overview of GCE AS/A Level English Literature

The WJEC GCE AS/A Level in English Literature is a regulated qualification focusing on the study of various literary genres. It encourages critical engagement with texts and the development of analytical skills through a structured assessment framework.

Structure of the Qualification

Inclusivity and Accessibility in Assessment

Skills Development through the Curriculum

Assessment Structure and Unit Details

Non-Exam Assessment in Unit 5

Extra Curricular Opportunities in English:

Magistrates Mock Trial
Literacy Lunch
Paired Reading
Countdown Club
Concern Debate Club
GCSE English Language and Literature support
A Level Coursework Clinic