Wondering how to help your child with Year 7 English? This blog post breaks down what to expect: from reading and writing tasks to simple ways you can build confidence at home. Whether your child loves English or needs a little nudge, you’ll find practical tips to help them settle into secondary school and strengthen key skills step by step.

Year 8 English is all about stretching skills and building confidence - without the pressure of exams. This post explores what students learn in Year 8 and offers simple, realistic ways parents can help their child with Year 8 English by practising simple reading, writing, grammar and speaking and listening skills at home.

Not sure how to support your child with Year 9 English? This guide explains what to expect this year, how English builds toward GCSEs, and what skills your child will be developing in reading, writing, speaking and analysis. You’ll also find practical tips for parents and easy ways to build confidence at home -whether your child loves English or finds it a challenge.