Aims of the English Department

The aims of the department reflect the requirements of the discipline at all levels, and conform to school, divisional and national directives.

• To encourage and foster positive learning which challenges all individuals, taking account of their personal needs and preferences.


• To provide appropriate courses which are stimulating, challenging and rewarding.


• To foster an awareness and understanding of the world in which we exist, in both human and physical terms.


• To elicit and encourage an appreciation of other peoples and cultures.


• To prepare students for life outwith school and to equip them with the skills which they will require.


• To encourage good citizenship and responsibility.


• To encourage the development of rational thought and analytical skills.


• To implement whole-school policy via the curriculum, liaison with SMT and Pupil Support, and by exhibiting good practice.


• To provide a safe and healthy environment conducive to learning and teaching for students and staff.


• To promote the physical, ethical and emotional development of all students and staff.


• To promote the positive ethos espoused by the school, and to foster respect for others.


• To promote positive links with associated primary schools, Learning Support and the Guardians of our students.


• To assist in maintaining and enhancing the reputation of the department and the school at every opportunity.

Staff

• Mrs K. Lawrie - Principal Teacher
• Miss P. Airlie - Teacher of English
• Mrs L. McCarron - Teacher of English
• Mrs C. Blackstock - Teacher of English
• Miss J. Craig - Teacher of English
• Mrs J. Kazeminia - Teacher of English
• Mr B. McDermott - Teacher of English
• Miss A. O'Neill - Teacher of English
• Mrs G. Douglas - Teacher of English/Learning Support
• Mr R. Townsley - Teacher of English/Media Studies
• Mrs J. Bradshaw - Teacher of English/Drama

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