English Language and Literature

Course summary

We want our students to love the books they are reading; we want to guide them to more books they can read for pleasure, learn more vocabulary and become confident, analytical and critical communicators. The course we have chosen reflects the interests and needs of the students in our community, providing not only scope for detailed and academic study into a range of literary texts, but also opportunities to read and write creatively with a carefully selected coursework unit. The texts we have chosen have been considered carefully - in consultation with students - and deal with a range of issues around race, gender and conflict. In this way, they are highly engaging and students respond powerfully and positively to them. Students wishing to study English at University will be well-prepared, not only through effective delivery of the core content, but through access to ample wider reading and extra-curricular provision, including theatre visits, writing workshops and EPQ support. This course also complements other pathways at LSS, providing academic rigour alongside other A Levels, complementary texts for Performing Arts and developing students’ essential communication skills, vital for success in Business and Creative Media BTEC subjects.