English

Vision

Every TKsian a global citizen who is an insightful and confident user of English

Mission

The English Language and Literature Department strives to nurture TKsians to be critical thinkers, and life-long and self-directed learners who are confident writers and speakers. We also aim to ignite a spark of curiosity about pertinent global issues, as well as to cultivate an appreciation for the beauty of the English language.

We provide a holistic and student-centric English Language learning experience infused with Differentiated Instruction and Assessment for Learning strategies. Students learn how to communicate and collaborate confidently, effectively and sensitively to co-construct knowledge. In addition, they will gather and synthesise information from diverse sources to co-create knowledge and solutions in familiar or new contexts thoughtfully and nimbly.

Our Signature Programmes

English Language and Literature Week
Debates
Enrichment programmes eg inviting poets and playwrights to school, watching plays
Learning journeys
Immersion exchanges with partnering schools in ASEAN
Creative Arts Programme [CAP]
Top-stretch programme [Plain English Speaking Award, Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition, Inter-school debates]
National Schools Literature Festival