Essentials

• Start Date: Wednesday 17 September 6:30pm-8.00pm
• Date & Time: Wednesdays 6.30pm-8.00pm
• Venue: Impington Village College, New Road, CB24 9LX
• Tutor: As a tutor I have previously supported learners with GCSE and A Level English. My qualifications include a BA Hons in Literature, an MA in Literature and a PG Teaching Creative Writing Certificate. I am passionate about lifelong learning and my interests include literature, history and writing. I write short stories and articles for publication in journals and magazines.
• Course Level: GCSE
• Weeks: 20
• Terms: 3
• Course Fee: £100
• Additional Course Costs: none

Course Description

This course will follow the AQA GCSE English syllabus which will concentrate on Reading and Writing skills. It will include the following:

• Explorations in creative reading and writing
• Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives
• Non-examination Assessment: Spoken Language

Aims and Objectives

Learners will draw upon a range of texts as reading stimulus and engage with creative as well as real and relevant contexts. Learners will have opportunities to develop higher-order reading and critical thinking skills that encourage genuine enquiry into different topics and themes.

This specification will ensure that learners can read fluently and write effectively.
Learners will be able to demonstrate a confident control of Standard English and write grammatically correct sentences, deploying figurative language and analysing texts.

At the end of the course each learner will have the opportunity to take an examination that will lead to a GCSE in English Language.

Progression – what next? 

This course could lead to progression towards A Level English or other related subjects

How progress and success will be recorded

Students will be encouraged to participate in individual and group activities in an informal and fun way. Progression from these activities will be supported with further research ideas and wider reading. A mock exam will be optional during the Easter Term.

Materials / Equipment required for First Class

Notebook and pen/pencils. A laptop is optional.