Kite and Key
Stage 5 english
Shape Expression. Build Mastery. Thrive in English.
At Kite & Key Academy, we know that Stage 5 English (Years 9–10) is a critical stage where students refine their literacy skills and prepare for the demands of senior English and beyond. Our calm, consistent, and structured approach is personalised to each student’s goals, helping them bridge gaps, strengthen expression, and build the confidence to communicate with clarity and depth.
We go beyond surface-level responses—equipping students with strong skills in comprehension, essay writing, grammar, analysis, and critical thinking—so they are fully prepared to excel in assessments, exams, and their senior studies.
Why Stage 5 English at Kite & Key?
Tailored 1:1 Support: Lessons built around your child’s unique learning style and future goals.
Calm, Consistent Method: Reduces anxiety and builds steady confidence.
Strong Foundations: Ensures mastery in comprehension, essay writing, grammar, and analysis before progressing to advanced skills.
Expression & Critical Thinking Focus: Equips students to craft persuasive, insightful responses—skills that benefit exams, senior studies, and real-world communication.
Strategy Driven Resources
(Completed a term ahead in Term 4 2025)
Year 9 Term 1 2026 Outline
Week 1 - Introduction to Representation
Week 2 - Exploring Genre and Textual Forms
Week 3 - Characterisation and Power Dynamics
Week 4 - Language Features and Stylistic Devices
Week 5 - Context and Critical Perspectives
Week 6 - Comparative Study of Texts
Week 7 - Analytic Writing Development
Week 8 - Reflection and Meta Cognition
Week 9 - Assessment
Week 10 - Go through Assessment
(Completed a term ahead in Term 4 2025)
Year 10 Term 1 2026 Outline
Week 1 - Introduction to Social Commentary
Week 2 - Exploring Authorial Voice and Purpose
Week 3 - Representation of Identity and Culture
Week 4 - Language Devices in Persuasive + Imaginative Texts
Week 5 - Context, Power and Ideology
Week 6 - Comparative Perspectives
Week 7 - Analytical Writing Mastery
Week 8 - Creative Response - Voice of Change
Week 9 - Assessment
Week 10 - Go through Assessment