1. S4 English
National 3,4 and 5

2. Secure in most areas of level 4
Which Course? S3 S4
Secure at level 2
Secure at level 3
Secure in most areas of level 4
National 3
National 4
National 5

3. Selecting the Right Course
The successful completion of an English course in S4-6 depends upon each of the following criteria:
The recommendation made to you at the end of S3/S4 and the advice given to you by your current class teacher based upon your attainment during the course.
Realistic awareness of your own strengths, development needs, ability and aptitude in this subject.
Your willingness to work hard
It is essential that you begin the course at the appropriate level for you. This will prevent serious difficulties at a later stage.
Levels can be changed throughout the course of the year if you are coping very well or showing signs of struggling

4. What They All Have in Common
Unit Assessments
What They All Have in Common
Reading
Writing
Listening
Talking

5. Where it Differs National 3 National 4 National 5 Literacy unit
Added Value Unit
National 5
Folio
Exam

6. Literacy – National 3 and 4
Unit assessments that show your skills in reading, writing, listening and talking.
Added Value – National 4
Assignment on a topic of your choice
Involves the analysis of two texts
Folio – 30% National 5
Broadly discursive
Broadly creative/personal
Exam – 70% National 5
Close Reading Paper
Critical Essay and Scottish Texts

7. Each stage acts as preparation for the next
At A Glance
National 3
National 4
National 5
A&E 1 Unit Assessment (reading)
A&E 2 Unit Assessment (listening)
C&P 1 Unit Assessment (writing)
C&P 2 Unit Assessment (talking)
Literacy Unit
Added Value Assignment
Folio – 2 pieces
Close reading exam
Scottish text and critical essay exam

8. Expectations Work Ethic Attendance and Deadlines
Attitude and Behaviour