GLF Schools

GLF Schools

GLF Schools was founded in 2012 in order to enable the federation of Glyn School (an academy in 2011) and Danetree Junior School. Together, we began our journey to become a MAT of more than 1000 talented staff working with over 10,000 children in 40 schools across 5 regions in southern England.

Our Schools

Banbury Region

Banstead Region

Berkshire & Hampshire Region

Caterham Region

Crawley Region

Didcot Region

Epsom Region

London Boroughs

Redhill Region

Sunbury & Camberley Region

English and Literacy

 

KS3

Over the course of our Key Stage 3 curriculum, students will be equipped with the skills pertinent to success in both their English Language and Literature GCSEs through the study of a series of engaging, thematic units. They will study prose, poetry and drama from a range of eras. Through this study they will be exposed them to an array of texts rich in social, cultural and historical contexts that will widen their vocabulary and broaden their understanding of the world.

Over the key stage, students develop their ability to read critically and appreciate the writer’s use of literary techniques. In writing, they learn to write for a variety of different audiences and purposes in an engaging and imaginative way whilst developing the technical accuracy of their writing. On reaching Key Stage 4, students are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed at GCSE and beyond.

 

Key Stage 3 Curriculum 2016-2017 
Department: English 
Head of Department: Ms Cooper 
​Key stage 3 Co-ordinator: Ms Sweeney 
 
Year 7 
Number of lessons a week  7
Autumn term topics  20th and 21st Century  Non-Fiction Transactional Writing (Survival) 
Spring term topics 19th Century Fiction for English Language, Imaginative Writing (Families and childrenin history) 
Summer term topics  Natural world poetry, Shakespearean villains 
Homework   Twice weekly, including independent reading
Good source of information for additional reading 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/english/reading/  

http://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/resources/2016-cilip-carnegie-shortlisted-books/  

 
Year 8
Number of lessons a week  7
Autumn term topics 20th and 21st Century Non-Fiction, Transactional Writing, (Crime and Mystery) 
Spring term topics 19th Century Fiction for English Language, Imaginative Writing (Gothic fiction) 
Summer term topics  Conflict poetry, Shakespearean women
Homework   Twice Weekly, including independent reading 
Good source of information for additional reading 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/english/reading/  

http://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/resources/2016-cilip-carnegie-shortlisted-books/ 

   

 

KS4

At Key Stage 4, students will study English Language and English Literature GCSEs.  These qualifications comprise of a range of varied and engaging units, each developing key English and personal skills. English Literature at GCSE level further develops students’ understanding of the literary canon, exposing them to increasingly rich and engaging poetry, prose and drama from a range of literary periods. Texts are carefully selected to support students in their social, moral, and spiritual development, consistently enabling students to reflect on their own beliefs and values through the study of literature.  

English language incorporates the study of fiction and non- fiction between the 19th-21st centuries, along with the development of students’ own imaginative writing skills. English Language offers students the opportunity to explore the power of a range of writing styles and forms, whilst also encouraging students to develop their own creativity through the written form. The English Curriculum encourages curiosity and debate, whilst also being designed to support all students in becoming effective communicators, critical thinkers, and creative writers.

 

Key Stage 4 Curriculum 2016-2017 
Department: English 
Head of Department: Ms Cooper 
Key stage 4 Co-ordinator: Ms Donohue 
 
Year 9 
Number of lessons a week            9
Autumn term topics                    The Modern Novel- Animal Farm by George Orwell, Power and Conflict Poetry 
Spring term topics  Shakespeare’s Macbeth 
Summer term topics  19th Century Fiction- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Homework  Twice weekly, including independent reading
Good source of information for additional reading              

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702  

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zckw2hv  

   
Year 10   
Number of lessons a week 9
Autumn term topics  20th and 21st Century Fiction, Transactional Writing,
Spring term topics  The Modern Novel- Animal Farm by George Orwell, Power and Conflict Poetry 
Summer term topics  19thCentury Fictionfor English Language, Imaginative Writing 
Homework   Twice Weekly, including independent reading 
Good source of information for additional reading  

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702 

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/english-language-2015.html  

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zr9d7ty 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zckw2hv 

Year 11  
Number of lessons a week 9
Autumn term topics  Comprehensive revision to prepare students for English Literature and Language exams 
Spring term topics  Comprehensive revision to prepare students for English Literature and Language exams 
Summer term topics Comprehensive revision to prepare students for English Literature and Language exams 
Homework   Twice weekly, targeted to support revision 
Good source of information for additional reading  

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702 

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/english-language-2015.html  

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zr9d7ty 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zckw2hv