English

Students in Years 7 and 8 learn about how language is used in a range of forms and contexts in order to make meaning. Students immerse themselves, guided by their teachers, in the study of various literary works, both classic and contemporary. Their study of storytelling as a form of communication encompasses myths and legends, picture books, drama and poetry.

In Stage 5, English students at Engadine High School begin to understand at a more advanced level how language can be manipulated to create meaning for various audiences. Students continue to study the role of stories in expressing ideas about our world. This includes the study of fiction, non-fiction, drama, poetry and the like. Students also examine the purpose and effect of language in more contemporary contexts, such as protest movements and contemporary cinema. Stage 5 English at Engadine High School is also designed to prepare students effectively for the skills required in Stage 6 and the HSC, which is which essay writing and the composition of both discursive and creative writing pieces are central to students’ class, homework and assessment agendas in these years of English.

In Year 11 and 12, students can study more than one English subject. Students are encouraged to choose the level that is appropriate to their ability so they can perform at their best. They may choose from:

• Year 11: English Studies Standard, Advanced, Extension 1
• Year 12: Year 11: English Studies Standard, Advanced, Extension 1 and 2