UK Full Curriculum-English Writing & Reading Skills; Late Enrolments Welcome!
What's included
80 live meetings
73 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. There will be an optional homework set after each class. Often it will be to carry on the writing or reading techniques that we have learned in the lesson, however, sometimes there will be bespoke homework. If students choose to do this and then upload their work to the chat or classroom, I will be more than happy to provide them with feedback.Assessment
Children will be given immediate verbal feedback throughout the lesson and parents will receive written feedback via the classroom at the end of the session.Grading
There will be a certificate on completion of every term.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Advanced Level
🌟Join me for a fun ongoing English course, perfect for 9-11 year olds, with an experienced UK teacher, where we will master reading, writing, grammar, and spelling skills through the UK national curriculum goals. Free certificates each term! 🏅 This class is perfect for 9-11 year olds, but this is not a strict age limit and other age students are welcome depending on ability. 🤝 Beginners will be guided step-by-step, advanced students challenged with targeted questions and vocabulary. If this is your first class on outschool, sign up using my referral code ellygb0C to get $20 off! *********************************Typical Class Routine********************************************** 🎲 Getting to know you game or activity 🚀 A quick and snappy grammar starter 📖 Introduction to the topic- reading a shared text or a modelled example 🎓 Guided instruction -this is where I explain and show how to complete the activity ✍️Independent work 🗣️ Sharing work and feedback within the class. 🕒There is always an opportunity for students to finish their work after class and submit for feedback as I wouldn’t want a student to feel rushed or pressured into sharing. ************************************Class Schedule ************************************************* 📚 Weekly lessons cover a reading focus 📖 and a writing focus. The first lesson of the week is always the reading lesson. This is a rough outline of what the first term will look like. 🗓️ The first few lessons of each new topic will be building up subject knowledge. September- Topic: Rainforests, We will include activities like: 📚 Reading- Non-Fiction- Rainforests Comprehension, 📝 Writing – Non-Fiction- Rainforests Description 📚 Reading- Fiction -Rainforests Story 📝 Writing- Fiction- Rainforest Description 📚 Reading- Fiction -Rainforests Story 📝 Writing- Non-Fiction Persuasive letter writing October- Until Mid November Topic: Vikings We will include activities like: 📚 Reading- Non-Fiction- Vikings Comprehension, 📝 Writing – Non-Fiction- Vikings fact files 📚 Reading- Fiction- Beowulf (Viking Saga) 📝 Writing- Non-Fiction- Writing a diary entry 📚 Reading- Fiction- Beowulf (Viking Saga) 📝 Writing- Fiction- Creating your own Saga Mid November- Mid December Topic: Greek Myths We will include activities like: 📚 Reading- Fiction- Greek Myth 📝 Writing- Fiction- Create your own Greek Myth 📚 Reading- Fiction- Greek Gods 📝 Writing-Non-Fiction- Greek Gods Report writing 📚 Reading- Non-Fiction- Ancient Greek Olympics 📝 Writing- Non-Fiction- Diary entry of a competitor 📚 Reading- Non-Fiction- Athens Vs. Sparta 📝 Writing- Non-Fiction- Balanced arguments Please note, the times for this class will change in accordance with the UK daylight saving time for winter and summer. The times will follow the UK schedule. *********************************Other Information************************************************* 📝 Additional content is introduced weekly, and worksheets provided in advance. 💡 Flexible participation options are available with optional home-learning activities. 📝Small class sizes ensure a conducive environment for swift progress. 💰 Discounts available for whole term sign-ups. Contact me for details. ******************************Teaching Credentials and Qualifications**************************** 🎓MA Childhood Studies, Warwick University, 2007-2008 🎓PGCE Primary Education, Warwick University, 2006-2007 (certified teaching qualification in the UK) 🎓BA Sociology, University of Leeds, 2003-2006 🌟Worked in British primary schools for over 15 years 🌟10 years as the head of English ****************************************Teaching Style******************************************* My commitment as both a teacher and a leader has always centred around helping children attain academic excellence through dynamic and innovative lessons. I have worked with a diverse range of students, from those with additional needs to those classified as gifted and talented. Please let me know if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you in the classroom! 📚
Learning Goals
As the goals are taken from the UK national curriculum there is too much information to post here-
please see https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-curriculum-in-england-english-programmes-of-study/national-curriculum-in-england-english-programmes-of-study#upper-key-stage-2--years-5-and-6 for more information.
Each lesson will begin with clear objectives and then the objectives will be reviewed and assessed at the end of the lesson.
Syllabus
80 Lessons
over 40 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to the rainforest
The Layers of the Rainforest
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Amazon Rainforest
The Importance of the Amazon
55 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Rainforest Description
Descriptive Writing
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Rainforest Tribes
Research and Note Making
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
The small class size and range of optional learning activities will make sure that the lesson is inclusive for all learners.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of Warwick
Bachelor's Degree from University of Leeds
For over 15 years now, I have been working as a teacher in mainstream British primary schools (with children aged 4-11). In my role, I have worked with a range of children, from those with additional needs to children whom have been classified as gifted and talented.
For 10 years, I have been the head of English at two different schools, where I have had the responsibility for driving progress and achievement. My focus as a teacher and a leader has always been to help children reach academic excellence through exciting and innovative lessons.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$42
weekly or $1,680 for 80 classes2x per week, 40 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
4-12 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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