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title: "English"
url: "https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/english"
school: "Knutsford Academy"
---

# English

- KS3 English
- Curriculum Maps

#### English is the study of how language is used to communicate effectively in the modern world. It enables the individual to develop understanding and confidence in the essential skills of reading, writing and speaking and listening for different purposes and audiences.

At Knutsford Academy, English is also rooted in the enjoyment and interpretation of diverse literature from this country and across the world. It is about seeing things from other points of view, questioning and analysing different perspectives and learning how contexts both shape and are shaped by texts. Students are challenged to write creatively, accurately and meaningfully for a variety of purposes and audiences Most powerfully, English nurtures individual voice and thought through a thematic curriculum.

In Year 7 students are introduced to ‘The story of English’ from the earliest written texts to classics like A Christmas Carol and modern novels such as Trash.

In Year 8 students analyse ‘The Power of English’ looking at protest poetry, powerful speeches and classic novels such as Animal Farm.

In Year 9 students explore ‘The World of English’ delving into literature from other cultures such as The Empress and poetry from around the world.

### Assessment

 KS3 English Assessment  193 KB  [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/knutsford-academy/files/documents/KS3_English_Assessment.pdf)

### Enrichment

- Creative Writing Club
- Debate competitions

- Reading competitions

- Public speaking competitions and opportunities

- Theatre trips

- Author visits

- Poetry workshop

### Careers

English is viewed by a wide range of employers as an essential skill and is of particular use in careers such as:

- Marketing and communications
- Journalism
- Publishing and copywriting
- Education and teaching
- Human Resources
- Management
- Sales and Retail
- Research and Development

### Useful Links

[Sparx Reader - Home](https://sparxreader.com/)

[KS3 English - BBC Bitesize](https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/z3kw2hv)

### KS3 English Curriculum Maps

 KS3 English Curriculum Maps  180 KB  [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/knutsford-academy/files/documents/KS3_English_Curriculum_Maps_v2.pdf)

### Curriculum

- [Curriculum Statement](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum)
- [Key Stage 3](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3)
    - [Art & Design](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/art-design)
    - [English](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/english)
    - [Humanities](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/humanities)
    - [Languages](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/languages)
    - [Mathematics & Computer Science](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/mathematics)
    - [Performing Arts](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/performing-arts)
    - [Science](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/science)
    - [PE](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-3/sports)
- [Key Stage 4](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/key-stage-4)
- [Key Stage 5 (Sixth Form)](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/sixth-form-curriculum)
- [Literacy](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/reading-and-oracy)
- [Teaching and Learning](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/teaching-and-learning)
- [Homework](https://www.knutsfordacademy.org.uk/curriculum/homework)

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