English

English is the study, use, and enjoyment of the English language and its literature, communicated orally, visually and in writing, for a range of purposes and audiences and in a variety of text forms. Learning English encompasses learning the language, learning through the language and learning about the language.

Understanding, using and creating oral, written and visual texts of increasing complexity is at the heart of English teaching and learning. By engaging with text- based activities, students become increasingly skilled and sophisticated speakers and listeners, writers and readers, presenters and viewers.

Literacy in English gives students access to the understanding, knowledge, and skills they need to participate fully in the social, cultural, political, and economic life of New Zealand and the wider world. To be successful participants, need effective oral, written, and visual communicators who are able to think critically.

By understanding how language works, students are equipped to make appropriate language choices and apply them in a range of contexts. Students learn to deconstruct and critically examine texts in order to understand the power of language to enrich and shape their own and others’ lives.

Students appreciate and enjoy texts in all their forms. The study of New Zealand and world literature contributes to students’ developing sense of identity, their awareness of New Zealand’s bicultural heritage and their understanding of the world.

Success in English is fundamental to success across the curriculum. All learning areas (with the possible exception of languages) require students to receive, process, and present ideas or information using the English language as a medium. English can be studied both as a heritage language and as an additional language.

English presents students with opportunities to engage with and develop the key competencies in diverse contexts.

The English Program at Baradene College is compulsory from Year 7 to Year 12.  

All Year 7 to Year 11 students will be entered into the correct level English OR English as a Second Language course.

At Year 13 students have the option choice to study English, Advanced English or English as a Second Language as a subject choice.