English is the core subject that allows students to access all other subjects in the curriculum. At Palm Global Academy, our English programme at Key Stage 3 aims to promote high standards of language and literacy by equipping students with a strong command of spoken and written skills. The English programme at Key Stage 3 ensures that all students:

• Read easily and develop the habit of reading widely and often, for both pleasure and information.
• Acquire a wide vocabulary, an understanding of grammar and knowledge of linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language.
• Write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting their language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences.
• Use discussion in order to learn; they should be able to elaborate and explain clearly their understanding and ideas.
• Are competent in the arts of speaking and listening, making formal presentations, demonstrating to others and participating in debate.