{"id":49,"date":"2024-11-29T14:55:48","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T14:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/?page_id=49"},"modified":"2025-10-06T15:17:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:17:24","slug":"english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/curriculum\/english\/","title":{"rendered":"English"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>English<\/h1>\n<table style=\"align-items: flex-start;justify-content: flex-start;margin-top: 0px;padding-top: 0px;border: none;border-collapse: collapse;width: 70%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"border: none\">\n<td style=\"border: none;padding: 0\">\n<h2>Staff<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Gemma Greer- Principal Teacher<\/li>\n<li>Morven Dooner<\/li>\n<li>Anne-Marie Henderson<\/li>\n<li>Rebecca Lavery<\/li>\n<li>Duncan Thomas<\/li>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Connie Swinney<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Ruth Kennedy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Maria Marchidanu<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: none;padding: 0\">\n<h2>News<\/h2>\n<p><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/2026\/03\/12\/black-white-photography-magazine\/\">Black + White Photography Magazine<\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/2025\/10\/29\/pupils-shine-in-national-ee-advertising-campaign\/\">Pupils Shine in National EE Advertising Campaign<\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/2025\/10\/24\/primary-7-literacy-event-english-and-modern-languages\/\">Primary 7 Literacy Event<\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/2025\/09\/16\/opportunities-for-young-writers\/\">Opportunities for Young Writers<\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/kingsparksecondary\/2025\/03\/07\/s2-wbd-book-bingo-competition\/\">S2 World Book Day Bingo Competition!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Introduction to the English Department<\/h2>\n<p class=\"tm6\"><span class=\"tm7\">Here in the English and Literacy Department we are committed to inspiring students to become confident, creative, and critical communicators. We provide a supportive and dynamic environment where students can develop essential skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in order to thrive in society. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tm6\"><span class=\"tm7\">We are passionate about helping each student discover the power of language and its potential to inspire change, spark creativity, and shape understanding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>S1-S3 BGE<\/h2>\n<p class=\"tm6\"><span class=\"tm7\">In the Broad General Education, we aim to develop pupils\u2019 literacy and communication skills which are vital to academic and real-life success. Through a rich curriculum that includes the study of literature, media, and language, we help students explore different perspectives, express their ideas clearly, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. By exploring a diverse range of literary and media texts, we aim to develop pupils\u2019 ability to critically analyse the ways in which texts are constructed and how they influence society. This approach allows learners to refine their reading comprehension and interpretive skills, while also expanding their cultural awareness. Reading for enjoyment is something we, as a department, are incredibly passionate about and pupils are encouraged to read within the department, during library periods and at home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tm6\"><span class=\"tm7\">In the BGE, pupils are also given opportunities to develop creatively. Learners are encouraged to express their thoughts and ideas clearly and persuasively by producing imaginative, persuasive and personal reflective pieces on a wide range of topics. Additionally, group discussions, debates, and presentations within the BGE curriculum strengthen their speaking and listening skills, enabling them to communicate effectively in a variety of settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Senior School<\/h2>\n<p class=\"tm7\"><span class=\"tm8\">In the Senior Phase, we offer a range of courses and opportunities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"tm10\"><strong><span class=\"tm12\">English \u2013 National 4, National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher:<\/span><\/strong> Through the study of a range of literary texts, including works by Scottish authors, students will enhance their ability to communicate effectively, critically analyse texts, and produce both creative and discursive writing, preparing them for further study and real-world challenges.<\/li>\n<li class=\"tm10\"><strong style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"><span class=\"tm12\">Media \u2013 National 5 and Higher:<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"> This course immerses students in the exciting world of media, helping them understand the powerful impact media has on society. From analysing films and advertisements to producing their own media content, students gain hands-on skills in creative production, critical analysis, and evaluation, preparing them to engage with and shape the media landscape of tomorrow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm10\"><strong style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"><span class=\"tm12\">ESOL \u2013 National 5 and Higher:<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"> The ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course is designed to support learners whose first language is not English, helping them improve their skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It focuses on practical language use for everyday situations, while also developing learners\u2019 confidence and fluency in English for academic, social, and professional contexts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm10\"><strong style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"><span class=\"tm12\">Literature and Communication \u2013 Level 5 and Level 6:<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 1.3rem\"> These awards offer students the opportunity to explore a range of literary texts while developing their skills in communication, critical analysis, and creative expression. These courses focus on enhancing students&#8217; ability to interpret literature, engage in discussions, and produce effective written and spoken work across various contexts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Useful Links<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"tm7\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scottishbooktrust.com\"><span class=\"tm8\">Scottish Book Trust<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm7\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sqa.org.uk\/sqa\/45963.html\"><span class=\"tm8\">SQA English<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm7\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sqa.org.uk\/sqa\/45678.html\"><span class=\"tm8\">SQA ESOL<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm7\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sqa.org.uk\/sqa\/45666.html\"><span class=\"tm8\">SQA Media<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li class=\"tm7\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sqa.org.uk\/sqa\/81164.html\"><span class=\"tm8\">SQA L5\/L6 Literature and Communication<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>English Staff Gemma Greer- Principal Teacher Morven Dooner Anne-Marie Henderson Rebecca Lavery Duncan Thomas Connie Swinney Ruth Kennedy Maria Marchidanu News Introduction to the English Department Here in the English and Literacy Department we are committed to inspiring students to become confident, creative, and critical communicators. 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