Studying individual identity and variation encourages students to recognise their ‘differences’ and see ‘equality’ as valuable. It allows for purposeful discussion of our school vision through a variety of texts. The independent nature of many elements of this qualification builds ‘creativity’ and ‘resilience’ for our students and allows them to flourish. The entire qualification is designed to develop a personal understanding and attitude to a wealth of language examples, thereby encouraging an ‘inclusive’ mindset to British English and English around the globe.

We see the curriculum as a journey, building on knowledge from KS2-4, and now encouraging reflective analytical skills in relation to all areas of Language use. Students are encouraged to make connections over time, constantly exposed to a range of high-quality and suitably challenging texts ranging from 21^st Century social media posts to diary entries of the 1500s.

We ensure that SEND and disadvantaged children are given the necessary support in class to fully access the Curriculum and that equal opportunities are given to all.

Through the study of a range of texts promoting the school’s ethos, pupils will leave with a broad understanding of Language change over time and how language has and continues to, evolve. Our students develop empathy and resilience and will be prepared for life beyond school where they can apply critical thinking skills and communicate effectively.

Language and Power

How do interactions between different groups affect our perception of power and dominance? Where can we apply appropriate theories and concepts to support ideas about those interactions?

Language and Gender

How has the way individuals use language changed over time, and why might our gender affect those issues? What trends are there that identify gender in individuals, and how has this changed over time with regard to accredited theory?  

21st Century English

Social media and globalisation have affected language in recent history, but those changes are gaining speed and variety. How does technology affect our day-to-day use of language, and where is the evidence for this? How has this changed since the 1500s?

Regional Dialects

England has a plethora of varieties of terms of dialect and accents due to its rich historical influences. Where are these dominant dialects, and what are their features? How are speakers perceived by the rest of the world?

World English Varieties

As a language of global power, where is “English” spoken? How is it different to English? Can you think of examples of Australian English phrases that American English users would not understand? How have they come about, and why are they used?

Creative writing of different genres and forms

This is the closest element to GCSE English language. Explore your creative side by trying to write as a journalist, a 19^th Century diarist, or a horror fiction writer. Then, when you’re done objectively analyse your own work.