GCSE/iGCSE English

A GCSE/iGCSE English programme focused on reading analysis, writing quality, and exam technique. Suitable as supplementary support or as a complete teaching pathway.

Maximum class size: 10 Reading + writing Exam technique built-in
Included from Day 1: structured notes (Word/PDF), exam-style questions with model responses, and access to past papers for the student's exam board.

How lessons run

  • Live weekly lesson: teacher-led modelling of analysis and writing.
  • Guided practice: structured responses with clear success criteria.
  • Writing improvement: sentence craft, vocabulary choice, structure, and control.
  • Homework: targeted reading/writing tasks between lessons.
  • Feedback: practical edits and next-step targets to gain marks.

30-week overview plan (Sept to exams)

General structure. Exact ordering is adjusted by exam board and class needs.

Weeks Main focus Typical outcomes
1-5 Core reading skills (inference, evidence, explanation) More precise answers with better quotation selection
6-10 Language analysis (methods, effects, writer's purpose) Clearer analytical paragraphs and stronger terminology use
11-15 Structure and comparison (as required by exam board) Better organisation and more coherent comparison responses
16-20 Writing: narrative / descriptive / transactional (as required) Improved structure, control, and marks for content/accuracy
21-25 Higher-mark strategies + timing + common pitfalls More consistent grades through technique and planning
26-30 Revision + timed past papers Exam readiness, confidence, and improved timing

Contact

Phone: 07405664243
Email: ben@skenningseducation.com

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