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18/03/24

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18/03/24

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14/03/24

Y11 HSC pupils enjoyed a trip to the Canterbury Christ Church University Health and Social Care Simulation Suite. They were thought provoked and inspired by many interesting and engaging activities linked to higher education and future careers in the NHS and Social Care. pic.twitter.com/AYn0TrHDob

14/03/24

Y9 HSC pupils enjoyed workshops provided by the Canterbury Christ Church University Health and Social Care Outreach and Engagement Team. They took part in lots of activities. A very interesting and engaging session, enjoyed by all who took part.#cdsy9 pic.twitter.com/0wNLFC47Sb

13/03/24

is a crusade to drive change showing that football can, and should, be played by girls. You may have heard about it in the news a few days ago. This year’s event coincided with International Women’s Day, and we took Year 10 pupils to the event hosted at Ramsgate FC pic.twitter.com/c3DbVKvKjY

13/03/24

Y8 pupils took part in a dodgeball tournament in Folkestone playing different schools from all over Kent.Pupils worked extremely hard and played brilliantly, showing great teamwork and commitment. CDS played 9 games and finished the tournament undefeated! Well done! pic.twitter.com/fexje8fz6h

13/03/24

CMK Connect Programme is an opportunity for you to get active, take time for self-care, make new connections, learn new skills, develop positive habits, build confidence, and boost your overall wellbeing.More information can be found at their websitehttps://t.co/ixb7zNlCEQ pic.twitter.com/JbQknF5NYn

13/03/24

Any Year 9 girls interested in Engineering? This Summer School opportunity is fantastic!Sign yourself up!https://t.co/CELL4ULMtz#cdsDT

13/03/24

We are looking at the benefits of running. How does running improve wellbeing? You feel less worked up or irritated after a good run. Running relaxes the body and brain, at the same time. Here is a beginners guide if you would like to start running and not sure where to begin. pic.twitter.com/xq5562NI52

13/03/24

If you are worried about your child’s anxiety or have concerns about emotional based school avoidance, please contact their Head of Year for more support.#cdswellbeing pic.twitter.com/Yzl2tO7Whh

08/03/24

Y8 pupils had a fantastic session with Christ Church University in Canterbury! They completed a ‘More Than One Direction’ workshop which followed the journey from GCSE options, to sixth form and college choices and then all the way through to career options. pic.twitter.com/pIKiLTXt5w

08/03/24

Please see the attached poster for an upcoming event for our local Community Clothes Bank. pic.twitter.com/MwfrnsCEbI

07/03/24

Looking for something to occupy your Year 6 to 10 children this Easter holiday? Why not book into our own CDS Holiday Camp? See the attached poster for more details.#cdsHAF pic.twitter.com/QjZKZKaqEi

07/03/24

As part of World Book Day, our Dance Crew have been creating a piece to ‘A Cover is not the book’ from the film Mary Poppins Returns. Thanks to Author David Lee Stone for donating 30 books for our CDS Crew Dance Performance.#cdsdance pic.twitter.com/u69ola3WHL

06/03/24

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05/03/24

Congratulations to all of our Y7-10 ‘Take it Further’ Competition Winners! A range of work was submitted on a number of topics including the impact of AI on advertising, designing their own business and creating appropriate food for a toddler, amongst others.#TIF pic.twitter.com/RgovoxBO2r

04/03/24

It’s up to all of us to keep children safe. That’s why the NSPCC are encouraging every adult in the UK to Listen up, Speak up. They have launched a new, free, training session for all parents to help them keep young people safe. https://t.co/CDDhOdVKQe pic.twitter.com/wSfKyQNkBy

29/02/24

Pupils from Y8 delivered French and Spanish lessons to Y3 pupils at Upton School.This is part of their Language Leader’s Award. Pupils must prepare, and deliver, 3 lessons to primary school pupils which they have created themselves.Well done to all involved!#cdsmfl pic.twitter.com/F2mwQ5o2zN

29/02/24

Y7 undertook training from Community Lifesavers!This is a project which provides first-aid training for all Y7 pupils across the district and involves learning how to administer CPR and be able to use a defibrillator. Vital life skills! Well done Year 7!#Year7 pic.twitter.com/pGFLgKcvDQ

21/02/24

It’s Wellbeing Wednesday! - How do we teach ourselves to receive love? To be loved and nurtured by others is a basic human need. It is one of the main experiences in life that helps us grow into the best versions of ourselves. pic.twitter.com/fniwl4cp4Y

09/02/24

Attached is some information about FREE wellbeing activities that are taking place over February half term for young people aged 13-17 years in Thanet.More information about the programme can be found at https://t.co/QOKpbIgBlb via Instagram at . pic.twitter.com/mf3fmDmSPH

09/02/24

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06/02/24

9x1, 10x1 & 10x2 mathematics pupils entered into the UKMT Maths Challenge. This was an online challenge, testing logical abilities and problem solving skills. A big shout out to all who took part, we are very proud. Now to wait for the results!https://t.co/1RZtxaEPiH#cdsmaths pic.twitter.com/Z2Pt7DUjyD

02/02/24

This week’s Hospitality Skills Club saw pupils mastering the art of sushi making!Some great results and many headed off home with the intention of making more.#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/567uzi6zQu

02/02/24

Y7 and 8 pupils worked with staff from Margate Turner Contemporary to create a range of abstract sculptures.Under the theme ‘Adapt’, pupils were challenged to create group sculptures but without talking to each other! How did they know what they were making?#cdsvisualarts pic.twitter.com/NAuIO7GhHr

English

Examination Board: AQA

Course Title:  GCSE English Language & GCSE English Literature

Why should I study English?

Every student is required to take English throughout Key Stage 4. You will study English Language and English Literature. Studying both aspects of English will equip students with the skills and knowledge considered essential for all post-16 courses as well as developing many transferrable skills useful to a wide range of careers.

What will I learn?

You will study a range of topics in English over 3 years.

English Language includes the demonstration of reading for meaning and writing skills.

  • Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing.
  • Paper 2: Writers' Viewpoints and Perspectives.
  • Spoken Language - presenting, responding to questions and feedback, and the use of Standard English.

English Literature includes the exploration and analysis of:

  • Paper 1: Shakespeare (Romeo and Juliet) and the 19th-century novel (A Christmas Carol).
  • Paper 2: Modern texts (An Inspector Calls) and poetry.

 

What will be expected of me?

You will be expected to actively participate in class work, group discussions and research. You will need to learn many key technical terms and make reference to them in answering questions. An inquisitive mind and attention to detail are good qualities in the study of Language and Literature. You will also need the commitment to write extended pieces of analytical, creative and discursive writing.

What skills will I develop?

You will develop research, listening and analytical skills. You will become confident in carrying out language analysis and explaining and presenting your findings. You will develop the ability to express yourself for a variety of purposes, with clarity, showing mastery of styles of writing appropriate for many settings, both in Post-16 Education and in a work environment. You will be able to explore the context of a piece of writing linking it to the writer’s intention.

How will I be assessed?

Students will sit 4 examination papers at the end of Year 11, 2 in each of the subjects. Each of English Language, and English Literature, will contribute 50% of the overall subject award.  For English Literature, paper 1 will contribute 40% of the overall subject award.  Paper 2 will contribute 60% of the overall subject award. Questions will be a mixture of closed short answer, structured, and open response.

Where will this qualification lead me?

Students completing the course will be able to undertake further study at A-Level and continue onto university or employment. The skills acquired in English apply to all careers.