English Language & Literature

English Language and Literature

Department Programmes / Highlights

At WRSS, our English Language (EL) & Literature Department is dedicated to cultivating students who are empathetic communicators, discerning readers, and creative inquirers. Our curriculum aligns with the national EL curriculum, focusing on developing students’ competencies across various facets of language and literature.

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We achieve our goals through the following platforms:

1. Level-Wide Programmes

From Secondary One through Secondary Three, our students participate in a variety of activities designed to bolster their informational, collaborative, and communication skills. Here’s how we do it:

• Secondary 1: Students focus on communicating effectively, enhancing their ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently.

• Secondary 2: The emphasis shifts to engaging audiences through dynamic public speaking, helping students to captivate and persuade their listeners.

• Secondary 3: We hone students’ critical thinking abilities, enabling them to construct and present convincing arguments with ease and confidence.

• Learning Journeys: Students participate in visits to theatrical productions, enriching their understanding and appreciation of the spoken and written word.

Across all levels, we leverage technology to acquire and apply New Media Literacy (NML) skills in their research and creation of podcasts, vodcasts and presentation slides.

2. Talent Development Programme

Our commitment to nurturing a love for the English Language and Literature is evident through our Talent Development Programme. These include:

• Workshops and Seminars: Tailored sessions to refine students’ writing, reading, and speaking skills.

• School-based Competitions: Opportunities such as inter-class debates, public speaking contests, poetry slams, drama showcases, and flash fiction writing encourage students to apply their skills in competitive and creative settings. We support and encourage our students to participate in various competitions, including National Schools Literature Festival, Live On Festival Design & Essay Competitions, Plain English Speaking Awards (PESA), HIPPO English Olympiad, Marshall Cavendish Global Writing Competition and The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition.

• Service Opportunities: Students can serve as emcees for school events and participate in outreach initiatives to primary schools, thereby honing crucial communication skills and building confidence.

• Meet Creative Professionals: We arrange for students to meet and interact with renowned local creators of creative content, like authors and directors, both in and out of school, providing them with unique insights into the literary world.

Through these various platforms, our students acquire invaluable experiences that contribute to their holistic development as proficient users of the English language. This exposure to diverse language use further enhances their communicative abilities, ensuring they are well-prepared for future academic success and meaningful endeavours.