English Language & Literature

English Language and Literature

Vision
Confident and future-ready language learners

Mission
To develop rational thinkers, confident communicators and cultured youths who appreciate the literary arts

Approach
The approach to the teaching and learning of English Language and Literature involves:

• Contextualising an integrated, process-oriented and spiral-progressive curriculum
• Adopting effective learner-centred pedagogies to allow students to become discerning readers and creative inquirers in a language-rich environment
• Providing opportunities for students to be empathetic communicators through learning-focussed interactions

Key Programmes

1. Multimodality and Multi-literacy
Multimodality and Multi-literacy (M&M) seeks to develop 21st century competencies (21CC), such as Critical and Inventive Thinking; and Communication, Collaboration and Information Skills in all our students through their learning of English Language and Literature.

M&M learning experiences include: 

• Secondary 1-3: Read to Enrich, Advance, and Pioneer (REAP)!
• Drama or Play Appreciation
• Learning Journeys

2.IGNITE
IGNITE stretches the potential of students talented in writing and speaking. It allows accomplished writers to hone their creativity and provides opportunities for them to participate in national and international competitions. Their masterpieces are also encapsulated in the annual in-house publication. Confident speakers will showcase their effective communication skills at school and external platforms.