English Language and Literature

Mission

To nurture East Springians to be critical and innovative thinkers with the skills to communicate effectively and empathetically.

Goals

Creative Writers, Effective Communicators, Critical Thinkers

Innovative Programmes / Curriculum

Programmes:

1. Reading Programme incorporating the different semiotic modes
2. Talent Development Programme

Curriculum:

1. Use of CLEARR framework for lesson design across all levels
2. Student-centric Pedagogy forefronting:

1. Making Thinking Visible (MTV)
2. Assessment for Learning (AfL)
3. Differentiated Instruction (DI)

3. Use of elements of e-pedagogy for ICT-facilitated and HBL lesson design
4. After-school Coaching

Key Events / Activities

1. Speak Good English Movement (SGEM) level activities
2. Learning Journeys and Enrichment Workshops
3. Internal and External Competitions e.g. Write for Kindness Movement, Commonwealth Essay Competition, Live On Festival, etc.