KEY STAGE 4
"The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice."
All pupils in Key Stage 4 work towards GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature. We follow the Edexcel syllabus for both subjects, which are 100% exams during Year 11.
Over the course of the two years, pupils will engage with both classic and modern Literature, including poetry and develop an understanding of how the English Language works, what it means, and how it can influence readers and listeners.
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LANGUAGE: PAPER 2
Non-Fiction and Transactional Writing
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AO5 + AO6
AN INSPECTOR CALLS
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USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
http://www.gradesaver.com/an-inspector-calls
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http://www.litcharts.com/lit/an-inspector-calls
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http://www.oxnotes.com/gcse-english-literature.html
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english_literature/dramainspectorcalls/
ANNOTATED COPY OF THE PLAY
Click on the highlighted sections of the play for further detail.
COMPLETE REVISION POWERPOINT
This PowerPoint is filled with useful revision information as well as practice activities for you to work on in your own time.
FURTHER READING
Detailed revision notes. You could read through and make revision cards from the information.
EXAM STYLE QUESTIONS
Whether you write an essay response or mindmap your ideas, these questions will help you explore the play in a more in depth way.
MORE EXAM STYLE QUESTIONS
Whether you write an essay response or mindmap your ideas, these questions will help you explore the play in a more in depth way.
ERIC: KEY QUOTES
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GERALD: KEY QUOTES
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SHEILA: KEY QUOTES
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MR. BRUFF'S REVISION VIDEOS
Plot, theme, and character analysis. Exemplar student responses and so much more. What a legend.
SYBIL BIRLING: KEY QUOTES
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ARTHUR BIRLING: KEY QUOTES
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INSPECTOR GOOLE: KEY QUOTES
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CONTEXT, THEME, AND SETTING: KEY QUOTES
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CHARACTER NOTES IN DETAIL
You will also find Priestley's intentions attached to each character.
MACBETH
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A BRIEF OVERVIEW
Still not confident with the plot of Macbeth? Take a look at this overview of the play.
MACBETH REVISION PODCAST
A meaty Macbeth podcast created by Mrs. Fitzpatrick's Year 11 class (Class of 2022).
KEY THEMES
Even if your exam question doesn't focus on a theme from Macbeth, you should still include relevant themes in your discussion.
USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
https://www.gradesaver.com/macbeth
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https://www.litcharts.com/lit/macbeth
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zwws39q
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VOCABULARY FLASHCARDS
Test yourself; test your friends. Quick and easy wins for essay writing.
KEY QUOTES FROM KEY SCENES
Ready and waiting for you to make some revision cards!
CONTEXT IN MACBETH
Context is worth one third of your overall mark for this essay question. Do not forget to include it!
FURTHER READING: GUILT
If you're looking to push yourself towards an A Level understanding of the text, then this reading is for you.
FURTHER READING: AMBITION
If you're looking to push yourself towards an A Level understanding of the text, then this reading is for you.
FURTHER READING: LOYALTY
If you're looking to push yourself towards an A Level understanding of the text, then this reading is for you.
EXAM PRACTICE: DECEPTION
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: FEAR
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: LADY MACBETH
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: THE WITCHES
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: DIFFICULT DECISIONS
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: GOOD AND EVIL
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
EXAM PRACTICE: BRAVERY
Although you won't be given an extract in the real exam, these links are perfect practice for you to enrich your understanding of the play.
CHARACTER PROFILES
A comprehensive look at each key character, their pivotal moments in the play, and the relevant themes and context.
OF MICE AND MEN
Helpful Websites and Revision
USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zxvptyc
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https://www.yorknotes.com/gcse/english-literature/of-mice-and-men/revision-cards
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https://www.enotes.com/topics/of-mice-and-men
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https://www.litcharts.com/lit/of-mice-and-men
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https://www.oxnotes.com/of-mice-and-men-summary.html
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https://www.gradesaver.com/of-mice-and-men
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KEY QUOTES
From each chapter, for each character.
CROOKS FACT FILE
Key information about Crooks from across the novella.
CURLEY FACT FILE
Key information about Curley from across the novella.
CURLEY'S WIFE FACT FILE
Key information about Curley's Wife from across the novella.
POETRY
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USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
UNSEEN POETRY PROMPTS
Use these questions to begin your analysis of a poem.
POETRY MAT
This resource will help you explore a poem in great detail. You could create a similar mat for the poem you are studying using all of these prompts.
POETRY CHEAT SHEET
This resource helps you learn the vocabulary needed for poetry analysis.
POETRY GLOSSARY
A massive list of poetic techniques - perfect for revision cards!
LANGUAGE: PAPER 1
Helpful Websites and Revision
USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zgvg6fr
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https://studywise.co.uk/gcse-revision/english-language/
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PAST PAPERS
You will also find the mark schemes on this website to help you reflect on your own response.
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AO5 AND AO6
40 marks
LANGUAGE: PAPER 2
Helpful Websites and Revision
USEFUL REVISION WEBSITES
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zgvg6fr
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https://studywise.co.uk/gcse-revision/english-language/
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PAST PAPERS
You will also find the mark schemes on this website to help you reflect on your own response.