English Literature

Our vision in English is to nurture a lifelong love of all aspects of language and literature. We strive to provide students with the requisite skills and vocabulary to develop a voice in society that is unique, clear, reflective and respectful of others in both the written and the spoken word.

Our aim is to foster a love of reading and to provide all students with access, in the texts they read, to the opportunity to broaden their understanding of the world and the diverse experiences of the people in it.

We believe that the ability to critically engage with the ideas conveyed through literary fiction and non-fiction texts enriches students’ cultural understanding. A confident access to language will enable all students to participate fully in public, cultural and working life.