Language

We currently follow the AQA GCSE exam syllabus for Literature, however, given the impending changes for 2010 we are in the process of investigating other boards to ensure that we have the most relevant exam board to allow access for all of our students.

Literature is taught in conjunction with English Language and is allocated 3 lessons a week over 2 years to ensure coverage of all components. 

The coursework coverage consists of Shakespeare, Pre 1914 prose study and Pre 1914 drama.  The examination itself is made up of pre1914 poetry and either a selection of poetry from Heaney and Clarke or Armitage and Duffy, as well as the study of either the short stories from the Anthology or Of Mice and Men.

All coursework should be finished by October of Year 11 to ensure that adequate time is allowed for exam preparation.