English (Reo Ingarihi)

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English is the study, use, and enjoyment of the English language, communicated orally, visually, and in writing, for a range of purposes and audiences and in a variety of forms. It is creative and critical, receptive and productive. In Aotearoa New Zealand, the study of English incorporates mātauranga Māori and considers our place in the Pacific.

Ko te reo te tuakiri (Language is my identity)

Ko te reo tōku ahurei (Language is my uniqueness)

Ko te reo te ora (Language is life)


1ENG - Level 1 English 

Compulsory: English is compulsory in Year 11.

This course is about reading and viewing texts, finding links between texts, and exploring the purpose of texts and why authors create texts. You will also be required to explore your own writing and create texts for a purpose and audience.  

Credits: There are up to 20 credits available, this will be confirmed at the start of 2024.

Leads to: Level 2 English

Contact: Mrs Victoria Rudman (vr@darfield.school.nz)


2ENG - Level 2 English 

At Level 2, English is an optional subject like all others. This course is for students who enjoy reading, writing, and analysing language and literature. Students in this course will read, analyse, and critique texts, building on their skills to produce crafted and controlled texts of their own.

Credits: 13 Internal credits and 12 External credits.

Leads to: Level 3 English

Contact: Mrs Victoria Rudman (vr@darfield.school.nz)


3ENG - Level 3 English 

This is an optional subject for students who love literature and language. It is intended as a preparation for tertiary study in English or other Arts subjects but the skills developed in this course are readily transferable to a range of future study options. This course will suit students who wish to continue exploring the role of literature in our culture.

University Approved Course.

Credits: 13 Internal credits and 8 External credits.

Leads to: Tertiary study.

Contact: Mrs Victoria Rudman (vr@darfield.school.nz)

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