Year 7 English
Transitioning to secondary English — mastering analytical writing, textual evidence, and critical literacy.
Course Structure
Forty lessons across four terms
Each term focuses on different text types and analytical skills, building Stage 4 foundations for Year 8.
Narrative, Imagination & Close Reading
Storytelling, narrative techniques, comprehension
Narrative Conventions & Story Arcs
- Identify plot structure in extended narratives
- Analyse character development across texts
- Understand setting and atmosphere creation
Characterisation and Point of View
- Develop complex character voice through dialogue
- Explore different narrative perspectives
- Create believable character motivations
Setting, Mood, and Atmosphere
- Use descriptive language to establish setting
- Create mood through word choice and imagery
- Build atmospheric tension in narratives
Sentence Variety & Paragraph Structure
- Construct simple, compound, and complex sentences
- Apply effective paragraphing for cohesion
- Maintain verb tense consistency
Dialogue Techniques
- Punctuate dialogue correctly
- Use dialogue to reveal character
- Create natural conversation flow
Show vs Tell (Secondary Level)
- Apply 'show don't tell' techniques
- Use sensory details effectively
- Create vivid imagery through action
Editing and Redrafting Narratives
- Revise for clarity and impact
- Refine descriptive language
- Polish final narrative drafts
Reading Comprehension Strategies
- Infer meaning from complex texts
- Justify interpretations with evidence
- Analyse author's purpose and technique
Narrative Assessment
- Compose extended narrative with engaging orientation
- Apply rising action and resolution structure
- Demonstrate narrative mastery
Reflection and Feedback
- Reflect on narrative writing process
- Provide constructive peer feedback
- Set goals for improvement
Structured learning materials
Every page is carefully selected and organized with clarity and understanding in mind — materials designed to support the KEY Method approach.
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Designed for literary mastery
Our English materials build analytical skills through carefully sequenced texts, examples, and exercises that develop critical literacy.
Our Approach
The KEY Method in English
Every lesson is designed around three principles: structured Knowledge, active Engagement, and measurable Yield — all informed by your child's MindPrint cognitive profile.
Analytical Writing Skills
Develop evidence-based analytical responses using textual evidence and metalanguage for literary interpretation.
Sustained Text Composition
Master extended creative and persuasive writing with sophisticated structure and deliberate language choices.
Confident Communication
Build oral presentation skills through speeches, debates, and formal discussions with clear argumentation.
Stage 4 Foundations
Complete preparation for Year 8 English with strong analytical, creative, and critical literacy skills.
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Designed for Year 8 readiness
Secondary transition
Structured progression from primary to high school English with increased analytical expectations.
Critical literacy
Develop sophisticated reading skills through close textual analysis and evidence-based interpretation.
Stage 4 alignment
Complete coverage of NSW English K–10 Stage 4 outcomes for Year 7 students.
Formal assessment
Prepare for high school assessment through structured tasks and rigorous feedback.
Curriculum Alignment
This course follows the NSW English K–10 Syllabus for Stage 4, covering all outcomes for Year 7 students. Content is sequenced to transition from primary to secondary English and prepare for Year 8 success.
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We'll recommend the right structure for your child — no pressure, just a conversation about what works best.