Topics covered in BGE:
We offer all our S1-S3 pupils a full English programme which will develop in them:
We aim, therefore, to consolidate and build upon skills acquired by pupils at primary school
Curriculum
The courses consist of planned blocks/units of work which, in accordance with Curriculum for Excellence Guidelines, include for all pupils the elements of Reading, Writing and Talking & Listening.
Reading
Pupils read a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts for different purposes including:
Assessment opportunities come through our learners gaining experience of:
S1 –S3 students have a library period allocated each fortnight.
Writing
Pupils are taught the processes of writing, including:
Learners are given the opportunity to write in a range of literary genres (poetry, drama etc.) throughout their BGE experience.
Talking and Listening
Opportunities for talking arise from whole-class and group discussion about texts, issues and the media. The skills of group discussion are taught and practised.
Pupils are required to be assessed in solo and group talk, and in listening.
Solo Talk & Group Discussion
Tasks may include reaction to literature, topical issues, selection and decision making etc.
In addition to that from specific listening assessments evidence of attainment in Talking will be gathered from day to day class work.
Listening
Listening is addressed partly by specific tasks, within units or free standing, and partly through its role in class/group discussion.
In addition to that from specific listening assessments evidence of attainment in Listening will be gathered from day to day class work.