Advent Hope Group of Schools

English Language

The English department develops articulate, confident communicators with a strong command of reading, writing and spoken English.

IGCSE

Pupils follow the Cambridge IGCSE First Language English course, which builds precision in writing, comprehension, summary and directed writing, supported by a wide reading programme.

A Level

A Level English Language explores textual analysis, language change and original writing, preparing pupils for law, journalism, communications and humanities degrees.

Key Topics

  • Directed and composition writing
  • Reading comprehension and summary
  • Speaking and listening
  • Grammar, punctuation and style
  • Textual analysis and original writing

Explore on the Cambridge International Site

Find the full syllabuses, assessment details and support materials on the official Cambridge International website:

We want all pupils to read widely, think clearly and write with confidence, because words open every other subject.
Mrs Dube, Head of English