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Why it’s time to Reimagine Key Stage 3 English

Why it’s time to Reimagine Key Stage 3 English

Reimagine Key Stage 3 English is a project-based resource designed to underpin teaching at KS3 by equipping students with the core skills of comprehension, knowledge about the language and structure of texts and plentiful writing opportunities...

5 min

Three things I’ve learnt from teaching Romeo and Juliet

Three things I’ve learnt from teaching Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet is probably the best known of Shakespeare’s tragedies. The play has universal themes with an enduring appeal: community conflict, generational conflict, the blurred lines between love and hate… Little wonder that students find studying <em...

4 min

Considering Macbeth’s Soliloquies

Considering Macbeth’s Soliloquies

Crime drama is one of the most popular genres on television and one that students are familiar with. Just look at the success of shows like Sherlock, Line of Duty and Luther, which attract massive audiences...

4 min