English Department Mission Statement
“The study of English seeks to develop the ability of pupils to communicate effectively, appropriately and accurately in speech and writing; to understand and respond imaginatively to what they hear, read and experience in a variety of media, and to foster their appreciation and enjoyment of literature.”
Key Stage 3
Northern Ireland New Revised Curriculum incorporating Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening under the strand of Communication.
Key Stage 4
At Key Stage 4 we offer GCSE English Language and Literature – CCEA and Entry level English.
Post-16
AS/A2 English Literature.
Staff
Mrs Hughes (HOD)
Mr Campbell
Ms Black
Mrs Mulgrew
Mrs Kerr
Mrs McGinley
Ms Mullin
Ms Nevin
Notable Achievements
All pupils enter exams at Key Stage Three and GCSE and achieve a level or grade.
Percentage of A-C grades at GCSE remains consistently high. In English Literature at this level there is a 100% pass rate.
In AS and A2 examinations we have also annually attained a 100% pass rate. In recent years two students have gained full marks in the Shakespeare module at AS and in the Perspectives on America unit at A2.
Extra Curricular Activities
· Creative writing workshops with professional writer Damian Gorman.
· Soroptimists Public Speaking.
· Lunchtime Reading Clubs.
· Brit Writers Association members.
· Regular theatre visits.
· Significant contribution to biannual school musicals.
· Readathon/Spellathon
· National Poetry/Book Day
Web Links
http://www.zybernut.uk7.net
http://www.bbcbitesize.co.uk
http://www.teachit.co.uk