English

INTRODUCTION 

In English, we strive to ensure that all pupils are given the tools to advance their literacy skills and achieve their full potential. This ranges from National 3 through to Higher levels. In Lochend’s English department there is a suitable qualification for every learner.

In addition there may also be an opportunity to achieve a Media Studies qualification at National 3 or 4.

STAFF

Ms K Johnston | Faculty Head | English
Ms E Bell | English
Miss E Lees | English
Ms C Murphy | English
Mr L Porterfield | English
Mrs E Large (PT Pastoral Care) | English

Curriculum

Broad General Education

During the BGE years, students study a wide and exciting range of topics that allow them to achieve the levels within the framework of Curriculum for Excellence. Learners will be immersed in literature: novels, short stories, drama, poetry as well as works of non-fiction. We actively work to encourage a love of reading. All BGE classes are placed on the “Accelerated Reader” programme in which they are encouraged to read books that they choose themselves and then sit online quizzes on each book read. The quizzes are designed to boost enjoyment and increase reading skills. All learners will have the opportunity to stretch their imagination with creative tasks and gain key skills that ensure that they reach their full potential in the Senior Phase.

Senior Phase

All learners will be provided with opportunities to develop listening, talking, reading and writing skills that will enable them to understand and effectively use language. Building on the language and literacy skills developed in the BGE, learners will develop their understanding of the complexities of language by studying a wide range of texts, topics, themes and issues. As learners progress through the appropriate framework (National 3 – Higher), they will develop the breadth and depth of their powers of analytical thinking and understanding of the impact of language.