Year 9 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 English Language Paper 1 English Language paper 1 Macbeth DNA Introducing Rhetoric section A section B Students will study a range of coming-of-age fiction texts, and develop knowledge of terminology to describe the writer s methods. This unit of work will further develop students written skills for English Language. The focus will be on how well students can present their ideas clearly, imaginatively and effectively. A detailed study of one of Shakespeare s most engaging and dynamic plays. Students will explore some of the deeper issues of the play such as power and influence as well as develop an appreciation of the time in which Shakespeare was writing. A detailed study of Dennis Kelly s modern and thought provoking play. Students will explore and analyse the playwright s portrayal of disaffected youth and how dramatic conventions are used to bring the characters and situations to life. This unit introduces students to non-fiction writing by exploring the art of rhetoric from Classical civilizations through to political speakers today. Q4 Evaluating writer s methods. Students are expected to respond to a statement by expressing their opinion and identifying methods from the extract. Evaluating texts English Language Paper 1 Describing and narrating creative ideas. Knowledge quiz comprehension Understanding plot, characters and themes Extract and whole play question Using subject terminology to analyse extracts. Macbeth and DNA question emphasis on dramatic presentation Spoken Presentations Crafting a speech Exploring common issues affecting teenagers Exploring expressing ideas and feelings Knowledge about British values in Jacobean England and Medieval age Bullying, peer pressure and leadership
Year 10 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 English Language Paper 2 Topics Covered Topics Covered Topics Covered section A Students will read a variety of non-fiction texts and make comparisons between writer s viewpoints and presentation. This includes 19 th C non-fiction texts. Writing a viewpoint. Don t get me started! This unit of work will further develop students writing skills for English Language. The focus will be on presenting a convincing viewpoint. The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde This unit of work will develop students understanding of what constitutes Gothic Fiction and an appreciation of Victorian literature. A developed understanding of the plot, key events, characters and themes will equip students with the confidence to analyse Stevenson s enigmatic tale of duality and human transformation. Anthology Poems Power and Conflict Students will study the 15 set poems in the Power & Conflict cluster from the AQA Poetry Anthology. Spoken Language & English Literature Mock revision Section A Summarising and synthesising texts, and how to compare viewpoints. Contemporary issues facing teens such as video game addiction and mental health. English Language mock to be externally marked Planning and organizing a viewpoint Expressing an opinion Knowledge quiz - comprehension Understanding plot, characters and themes Knowledge about British values in Victorian era English Literature section B Extract question Using subject terminology to analyse texts Exploring identity Comparative question Poetic terminology; Writing comparative essays Exploring issues relating to mental well-being. English Literature full mock Structuring a presentation and using vocabulary to convey challenging ideas Public speaking
Year 11 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 English Literature Paper 1 revision. English Language revision English Literature Paper 2 revision. Section a Macbeth Section b Jekyll and Hyde Separate paper 1 section a and section b Full mock. 4 exam papers Language and Literature Section a DNA Section b Power and Conflict poetry Section c Unseen poetry Embedding context Planning for Q5 Evaluating fiction Comparing non-fiction Retrieving quotes/references to Literature texts