Teacher in Charge: Ms C. Gilbert.
Recommended Prior LearningDue to the English curriculum document for 2026 currently being in draft form only, courses are subject to change. The demands of the draft curriculum will be such that all students will be expected to read an increased number of texts at every year level to meet requirements. Students are to expect to be doing reading every night for at least 30 minutes and will be expected to meet the demands of the curriculum document.
In Year 10 English, students cover a range of thematic units, which include: the study of novels, drama, short stories, poetry, Shakespeare, media, film, visual and oral language.
Students will be provided with the opportunity to complete their NCEA Literacy co-requisite qualification. This consists of two standards- one accesses writing and the other reading. These standards are an essential component of the revised NCEA qualification. In 2024 students will also be able to gain their Literacy credits through tagged achievement standards. Standards that contribute towards a student's literacy cannot be used to accumulate level credits.
To prepare students for the literacy co-requisite qualification and prepare them for NCEA students will continue to build on their portfolio writing, language blocks, and reading challenges started in Year 9. Students are taken to the Library once every three weeks for a reading period to further embed good reading practice. If you would like a reading recommendation list then please contact your student's English teacher.
Language Acquisition and Literature (English)
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths