English
The English department teachers adopt a variety of strategies to maintain enthusiasm and commitment. These include team teaching, class discussion groups, project work, role play and hot seating as well as more formal classroom approaches. Confidence gained from participation stands pupils in good stead for the compulsory Speaking and Listening section of their GCSE course.
Project work includes poetry writing, short story production and mini-magazine/newspaper work. We participate in National Readathons and National Poetry Day and pupils are encouraged to make use of the facilities of our newly refurbished library and internet sites.
The English Department has also provided valuable lunchtime activities through the popular 'Question Time' and the Ad Astra Club. These events are regularly organised by members of the sixth form.