The English curriculum at St. Michael's Community Academy aims to develop pupils who can communicate effectively through speaking, listening and writing, and to read widely and often, both for pleasure and for information - all of which are key life skills. We use language to understand all aspects of our world, and to build and share our own views, opinions and ideas. A successful English education unlocks learning in all other areas of the curriculum and prepares pupils for the next stage in their education and beyond.

It is our aim that pupils are taught the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding through well-chosen texts, thought-provoking discussions, and meaningful experiences/links to other subjects and current events.  We adapt and use the Pathways schemes to achieve this.