At Marymount, English helps students become thoughtful readers, confident communicators, and independent thinkers prepared for university and life.

Finding your voice, exploring ideas

English at Marymount is a journey through literature, language and ideas. Through discussion, debate and critical inquiry, students develop the confidence to question, communicate and engage thoughtfully with the world around them. 

Why English matters

English is about more than reading books. 

It is about understanding people, exploring ideas and developing the confidence to communicate effectively. 

Students learn to analyse, question and connect texts to contemporary issues and their own experiences. 

Hear from our Students…

The Marymount Approach to English

  • Concept-Based Learning
  • Discussion at the Heart of Learning
  • Every Voice Matters
  • Literature as a Lens on Society
  • Challenging Ideas, Supportive Environment

The English Journey

Years 7-9 – Building Foundations
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Listening
  • Literacy Exploration
Years 10-11 – Conceptual Literary Study
  • Critical Analysis
  • Oral Communication
  • Middle Years Programme eAssessment Preparation
Years 12-13
  • The International Baccalaureate

A Community of Readers

  • Small Class Discussions
  • Confidence Building
  • Intellectual Risk-taking
  • Respectful Dialogue
  • Student Voice

English in Action – Beyond the Classroom

  • Theatre Trips
  • Writers’ Circle
  • Film Club
  • Debate Acitivites
  • Creative Projects
  • Cross-curricular Learning

London as a Classroom

  • Theatre Visits
  • Literary Experiences
  • Cultural Enrichment
  • Real-world Learning Opportunities

Student Success Story – Published Author

We are so proud of High School student, Lente, who published her debut novel last summer.

After four years of creativity, resilience, and determination, she brought her story to life – from writing and editing to designing her own cover and navigating self-publishing.

This is an extraordinary milestone at such a young age, and a wonderful example of the creativity and perseverance we celebrate at Marymount.

Well done, Lente!

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