English
Teaching Staff
The Head of Department is:
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Mr J W Christie BA (Hons) Dip Ed (Canada) PGCE
The other teachers within the department are:
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Mrs A Steele BA (Hons) PGCE
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Mrs M Scott MA (Hons) PGCE
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Ms L Turner BA (Hons) PGCE
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Miss S Blair BA (Hons) PGCE
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Maternity Cover: Miss E.O’Hara BA (Hons) PGCE
All pupils in the United Kingdom take English until they are sixteen as it is obvious that competency in English is a prerequisite for progress in many school subjects. Of course, competency will never be our sole aim in Larne Grammar School and when you meet the members of the English Department you will realise our commitment to success.
We are passionate about our subject. Our aim is to encourage writers in all sorts of areas. We want pupils to be able to write in many different forms for many different purposes. Efficient reading is one objective, but in attaining this we wish to unlock the storehouse of knowledge and vicarious experience that is involved in reading. Also important, is the ability to talk and listen and we will try to hone this skill over the years in English class.
The English Department is an enthusiastic group of teachers and their involvement in school life testifies to their commitment to pupils' education. We are involved in debating, theatre visits, drama productions, mentoring, public speaking, the school magazine, sport and pastoral care.
