English
Students develop skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking through the study of language, literature and literacy. English encourages creativity, communication and analytical thinking.
Across Years 7-12, students build confidence in reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing. They analyse and create imaginative, informative and persuasive texts, develop vocabulary and grammar, explore ideas and perspectives, and learn to express their thinking clearly for different audiences and purposes. The curriculum aims to help students become thoughtful, capable and informed communicators who can participate successfully in school, further study, work and community life.
Students in Years 7–9 will also participate in a Library Reading program once a fortnight during English class time, with the explicit aim of improving their reading and writing skills through direct exposure to a wide variety of written texts.
Years 7-10
In Years 7-10, English is compulsory. Specific information about the Year 7-10 curriculum can be found via the School Curriculum and Standards Authority website.
Years 11 and 12
In Years 11 and 12 English is compulsory. Students are able to select from both General and ATAR options. A full list of the courses on offer is available in the Year 11 and 12 Handbook.
For more information
For more information about the English Learning Area, contact Rebecca Davis, Program Coordinator - English Rebecca.Davis@education.wa.edu.au
Acknowledgement of Country
Mount Lawley Senior High School acknowledges the Whadjuk (Whadjak) People of the Nyoongar Nation as the Traditional Custodians of this land. We pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present, and to their continuing connection to Noongar Boodja (Noongar Country).
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