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English Language Core This qualification develops reading, writing, and communication skills through the study of a wide range of literary and non-literary texts. Students learn to analyse writers’ techniques, compare ideas and perspectives, and craft their own writing for different audiences and purposes. Edexcel I/GCSE English Language provides a strong foundation for A-Level English and supports success across all academic subjects.
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learning needs will continue to be monitored and supported by the Head of Learning Success and staff. As students move through the Senior School, emphasis will be placed on examination techniques and revision skills to support examination success and future independent study. Can a pupil take a subject at A Level if they haven’t done it at I/GCSE? It is a great advantage to study a subject at I/GCSE if you also want to study it at A - Level. When picking their options, students will receive guidance on the impact of their choices. The entrance requirements for A - Level courses differ from school to school and so students and parents are advised to seek guidance from their Head of Year and Director of Future Schools before selecting their final options. Where do I go after St Hugh’s? There is a wealth of excellent post-16 options available to our students in the Oxfordshire area. With both state and independent sixth forms, boarding schools, and specialist colleges within easy reach, students have access to a broad range of pathways–whether they are pursuing A - Levels, vocational qualifications, or even the International Baccalaureate. To support this important stage of decision- making, we are excited to announce that in the Spring Term of 2028, we will be hosting our first Sixth Form Fayre. We will be inviting a range of local and regional sixth form providers, including boarding schools such as Radley College, Headington School, and Bloxham School, as well as day schools like Oxford High School, GDST and Magdalen College School. In addition, students and parents will be able to meet representatives from sixth form colleges and state options. This evening event will give students the chance to speak directly with staff, explore the variety of courses on offer, and understand the different entry requirements. We hope this will be a valuable and inspiring opportunity as
students begin to plan for life beyond Year 11. Most sixth-forms see a significant change in their student body from the I/GCSE years. 16+ is a very common time to change schools. How many points will I need to get onto an A - Level course? Each sixth form centre has differing requirements for pupils wishing to study A - Levels so it is not possible to generalise. More selective schools will require pupils to have gained at least a minimum of Grade 6 at I/GCSE in their chosen A - Level subjects. The most academic institutions will ask for a Grade 7 or 8 in a pupil’s chosen A - Level subjects. Some schools are broader in their approach and ask for a lower minimum requirement. For most courses, a minimum of Grade 4 in English and Mathematics is a standard requirement.
Main Areas of Content The course focuses on three key skill areas: 1. Reading Skills • Understanding explicit and implicit meaning in texts • Comparing writers’ viewpoints and perspectives • Analysing language, form, and structure • Evaluating the effectiveness of style, tone, and register 2. Writing Skills • Transactional Writing: articles, letters, speeches, and reports • Imaginative Writing: narrative and descriptive writing tasks • Using vocabulary, sentence structures, and tone effectively • Accuracy in spelling, punctuation, and grammar 3. Text Anthology • selection of fiction and non-fiction texts including autobiography, journalism, travel writing, speeches, and literary extracts • Texts used for reading comprehension and comparison tasks
Course Details: Edexcel I/GCSE English Language I. Qualification Code: 4EA1 II. Assessment Structure: • Component 1: Non-Fiction Texts Transactional Writing Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes Weighting: 60%
Combines reading comprehension and analysis with transactional writing tasks • Component 2: Imaginative Writing (or coursework alternative) Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (if taken as an exam) or coursework tasks completed in school Weighting: 40% Creative writing tasks: narrative and descriptive compositions • Optional Spoken Language Endorsement Assesses presentation and
communication skills R eported separately on the certificate
Potential Trips and Enrichment • Theatre visits or literary festivals • Creative writing workshops with professional authors • Debating or public speaking competitions • Journalism or media workshops in partnership with local organisations
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