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English

English study is mandatory in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12.

Here at Wollumbin High School, students learn about the study and use of the English language in its many varying textual forms we engage with in our daily lives. Complexity increases as students progress through their schooling.

English is about understanding the way people communicate their thinking and this, in turn, enables students to take their place as confident communicators; critical and imaginative thinkers; lifelong learners; and informed, active participants in Australian society. English opens minds to a range of cultures, ideals, histories and ideas which is important to developing a social and emotional awareness.

The study of English should develop a love of literature and learning and be challenging and enjoyable. It develops skills to enable students to experiment with ideas and expression, to become active, independent and lifelong learners, to work with each other and to reflect on their learning.

Here at Wollumbin High School, we have organised our Stage 4 and 5 Scope & Sequence to build the necessary skills needed for the HSC course, as well as ‘real world’ applications of the course

In Year 11 and 12, the study of English is mandatory. Courses offered include:

  • English Extension 2
  • English Extension 1
  • English Advanced
  • English Standard
  • English Studies
  • English Life Skills.

Below is the generic information relating to the subject English, as provided by the NSW Department of Education.

In English, students learn about the study and use of the English language in its various textual forms. These encompass spoken, written and visual texts through which meaning is shaped, conveyed, interpreted and reflected. Complexity increases as students progress through their schooling.

Developing proficiency in English enables students to take their place as confident communicators; critical and imaginative thinkers; lifelong learners; and informed, active participants in Australian society. Their understanding of English through knowledge and skills acquisition is essential to their intellectual, social and emotional development.

The study of English should develop a love of literature and learning and be challenging and enjoyable. It develops skills to enable students to experiment with ideas and expression, to become active, independent and lifelong learners, to work with each other and to reflect on their learning.

In Year 11 and 12, the study of English is mandatory. Courses offered include:

  • English Extension 2
  • English Extension 1
  • English Advanced
  • English Standard
  • English Studies
  • English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D)
  • English Life Skills.