English
Back to SubjectsThe English Department aims to empower students with a mastery of language and to enrich them through the study of literature.
We are a dynamic team of teachers with high expectations of ourselves and our classes, committed to helping all students make the best possible progress. Located on the upper floor of South Block, the department has seven dedicated classrooms
Department Staff
| Head of Department - Mr Russell |
| Asst Head of Department - Mrs Jury |
| Teachers - Miss Durber, Mrs Graham, Mrs Lindsay, Mrs Mann, Miss Osterritter and Miss Webb |
Key Stage 3
In Years 7, 8 and 9, pupils develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through a range of themed units. Covering prose fiction and non-fiction, drama, poetry and media texts, these engaging units meet all the requirements of the National Curriculum and Secondary National Strategy Framework for teaching English.
KS3 Curriculum Maps
Key Stage 4
In Key Stage 4 students will explore the realm of English Literature through Shakespeare, Poetry, 19th Century Literature, and a modern play. All assessed in two GCSE exams by AQA.
English Language is explored through a range of texts and learning of different skills – also assessed by two exams, by Eduqas. There is also a Spoken Language aspect, whereby students are to deliver a speech on a topic of their choosing.
KS4 Curriculum Maps
To Support Your Learning
Reading List
Please click below to view the English Department's reading list.
Social Media
Check out the English departments social media pages for reminders, helpful study tips and competitions!
Twitter - @HurstEngDept
Instagram - @hurstengdept
Educake
The English Department use Educake for Online homework and revision tools. Log in to your Educake acount using the link below.
