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\u00a0Mrs Robertson – \u00a0Faculty Head<\/strong><\/div>\n
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TEACHER NAME<\/strong><\/td>\nSUBJECT<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mrs Allison<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mrs Gibb<\/td>\nModern Languages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mrs Henderson<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Miss Milroy<\/td>\nModern Languages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mrs Needham<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mrs Reid<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Miss Woods<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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Name of Subject<\/th>\nQualification Level<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
English<\/td>\nN3, N4, N5, Higher, Advanced Higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
French<\/td>\nN4, N5, Higher, Advanced Higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Journalism<\/td>\nLevel 6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Literacy<\/td>\nN3, N4, N5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Media<\/td>\nN5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Spanish<\/td>\nN4, N5, Higher, Advanced Higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

English<\/strong>\u00a0d<\/span>evelops essential skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, covering literature analysis, grammar, vocabulary, and creative writing to enable effective communication and critical thinking.<\/p>\n

French <\/strong>involves mastering the\u00a0 four key skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, alongside understanding grammar and vocabulary. <\/span>\u00a0It focuses on enabling communication, developing cultural awareness of Francophone countries, and, at higher levels, analysing literature and film.<\/p>\n

Journalism <\/strong>explores the techniques, ethics and practices of gathering, writing, editing and producing news for print, broadcast and digital platforms<\/span>. It provides comprehensive training in storytelling, media law, investigative techniques, and digital production to prepare students for careers in newsrooms and media-related fields.<\/p>\n

Literacy<\/strong> is the foundational ability to read, write, speak and listen effectively, allowing individuals to communicate, understand the world and express ideas<\/span>. It is a critical subject that underpins all areas of learning and is essential for functioning in education, work, and society.<\/p>\n

Media Studies<\/strong> is an academic and practical subject that explores the dynamic relationship between media and society, combining crytical analysis of communication, culture and technology with creative production.<\/span> Students analyse how media (TV, film, social media, advertising) shapes perceptions, while also creating their own content.<\/p>\n

Spanish<\/strong> subject studies focus on developing communication skills in listening, reading, speaking, and writing, along with understanding cultural contexts in Spain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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