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Fifty-one multiple choice questions and one writing task designed to give you valuable insights into your students’ language abilities. This test covers a range of topics including: Basic Language Skills: This section assesses the students’ knowledge of the English language by testing their understanding of the alphabet, adjectives, verbs, nouns, adverbs, and connectives. Sentence Structure Identification: This section tests the students’ ability to identify different types of sentences, including simple, compound, and complex sentences. Noun Types and Modifiers: This section tests the students’ ability to identify collective nouns, plural nouns, fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases, concrete nouns, and abstract nouns. Figurative Language This section tests the student’s understanding of figurative language, including similes, metaphors, personification, oxymorons, descriptive language, sensory details, alliteration, and assonance. Punctuation Usage: This section tests the students’ knowledge of common punctuation symbols, such as full stops, question marks, exclamation marks, commas, quotation marks, and apostrophes. Creative Writing Techniques: This section assesses the students’ ability to structure and organise their creative writing, as well as their ability to use different writing techniques to capture the reader’s attention. Reading Comprehension This section of the test helps you assess a student’s reading comprehension abilities. It can also help you to identify if your students may need additional support or instruction in this area. Additionally, this exercise can help you to gauge how well your students are able to extract and comprehend information from written material, which is an essential skill in many academic areas. Creative Writing This section is designed to help you assess your student’s ability to communicate their ideas in a clear and organised manner, their ability to engage and maintain the interest of the reader, and their ability to use appropriate grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. This information can help the you tailor your instruction to meet the needs of individual students and to help them improve their writing skills. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Not only will this test help you identify areas where your students need additional support, but it also comes with a mark scheme that includes low, mid, and high-ability example answers for the writing section. This makes it easy for you to quickly evaluate your students’ work and track their progress over time.

A complete lesson on Thomas Hardy’s Drummer Hodge, fully aligned with the new EDUQAS anthology (first assessment 2027). Includes vocabulary building, guided analysis, thesis-style writing, and engaging visuals to support understanding of Hardy’s portrayal of war, alienation, and remembrance. Key Question: How does Hardy present the loneliness and tragedy of a young soldier’s death in war? Supporting Questions: – What emotions are suggested by Hardy’s description of Hodge’s burial and setting? – How do natural images like the stars and trees create a sense of alienation? – Why do you think Hardy wanted readers to remember Hodge? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. Also Includes a detailed poetry annotation designed to support deeper understanding and analysis. Includes thoughtful commentary on language, structure, techniques, and themes, with references to context where relevant. Ideal for classroom use, revision or independent study at GCSE. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

A full lesson on Eve L. Ewing’s Origin Story, created for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). This lesson explores love, identity, and emotional transformation through guided analysis, vocabulary work, thesis-style writing, and rich visual resources. Students are encouraged to reflect on meaningful connections and the lasting impact of relationships. Key Question: How does Ewing explore love, identity, and fate in Origin Story? Supporting Questions: – Who are the ‘you’ and ‘I’ in the poem? – What is the tone: romantic, reflective, or spiritual? – How does the poet describe the impact of the relationship? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

A full lesson on Zulfikar Ghose’s Decomposition, created for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). This lesson explores poverty, emotional detachment, and moral reflection through guided analysis, vocabulary tasks, thesis-style writing, and visually rich slides. Key Question: How does Ghose present poverty and reflection in Decomposition? Supporting Questions: – What is the relationship between the speaker and the man he describes? – How does Ghose use imagery to critique emotional distance and aesthetic judgement? – What shift occurs in the speaker’s tone, and what does it reveal about guilt and empathy? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

A full lesson on Claude McKay’s I Shall Return, created for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). This lesson explores emotional longing, identity, and nature through guided analysis, vocabulary tasks, thesis-style writing, and visually rich slides. Key Question: How does McKay explore longing for home and emotional healing through nature? Supporting Questions: – What natural imagery and memories does McKay associate with home? – How does the repetition of “I shall return” shape the speaker’s emotional journey? – Why does returning home represent more than just a physical place? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

A complete lesson on Wilfred Owen’s Disabled, designed for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). Includes vocabulary building, tone analysis, vivid imagery exploration, a thesis-style writing task, and high-quality slides focused on Owen’s portrayal of disillusionment and the long-term effects of war. Key Question: How does Owen present the emotional and physical effects of war on one young soldier? Supporting Questions: – What made the speaker enlist, and how does he feel about that choice now? – How does Owen use imagery and contrast to show the reality of injury and rejection? – What message is Owen giving about disillusionment and the long-term impact of war? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

A full lesson on Wordsworth’s poem, designed for the new EDUQAS specification (first assessment 2027). Includes vocabulary work, annotation, thesis-style writing, and high-quality, visually engaging slides. Key Question: How does Wordsworth use nature to explore memory and happiness? Supporting Questions: What emotions does the speaker experience while observing nature? How does Wordsworth’s use of imagery and poetic techniques show the lasting power of memory? Why might solitude be important for creativity and emotional well-being? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

Lesson 5 – Shakespeare’s Language Break down barriers to understanding Shakespeare’s language through paraphrasing, decoding, and discussion of meaning.

A full lesson on Jackie Kay’s Dusting the Phone, created for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). This lesson explores emotional obsession, longing, and vulnerability through guided analysis, vocabulary development, thesis-style writing, and engaging visual slides. Key Question: How does Kay explore obsession and emotional vulnerability in relationships? Supporting Questions: – What is the speaker waiting for, and how does this affect them emotionally? – How does the speaker’s tone shift throughout the poem? – How does the poem’s structure reflect emotional chaos or instability? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point. I recommend downloading my free resource, The Schoolboy by William Blake – 2025 EDUQAS GCSE Poetry Anthology (Examination 2027), to get a clear sense of how my Eduqas 2027 lessons are structured.

Shakespeare: Power and Conflict – 20-Lesson KS3 Scheme (Foundation for KS4 Study) This 20-lesson scheme is designed for KS3 students as a structured introduction to Shakespeare, preparing them for the demands of KS4. It focuses on building knowledge of key themes, characters, and techniques through short, accessible extracts before students move on to analysing full texts at GCSE. What’s Included in Every Lesson: A clear key question A new vocabulary term with tasks A focused, guided main activity A short final task (often creative or reflective) Consistent routines and clear instructions for independent working Sample Key Questions from the Scheme: What makes a theme ‘universal’? Are great leaders made by choice or chosen by fate? Can love give someone power over another person? How is conflict created through deceit? What makes a character truly tragic? How does dramatic irony make a scene more powerful? Can betrayal ever be justified? How can structure and language help us write like Shakespeare? How do rhythm and imagery reveal Macbeth’s despair? Focus Areas: Theme and character exploration Language and structure analysis Soliloquies, sonnets, and Shakespearean devices Conflict in relationships Creative and analytical writing Speaking, listening, and discussion Why Use This Scheme? This unit gives students a solid grounding in the core knowledge and skills they’ll need at GCSE: understanding theme, analysing character, working with structure and language, and writing with purpose. It helps make the transition to full-text analysis more manageable and meaningful. No extra planning required – ready to use.

KS3 English | Low Ability & SEND-Friendly This ready-to-teach 20-lesson scheme explores Goodnight Mister Tom through accessible, creative, and discussion-rich lessons. Each session is built around a Key Question and includes vocabulary slides, structured routines, and varied tasks — from diary writing and report building to drama, theme exploration, and character analysis. 20 editable PowerPoints Vocabulary slides with tasks in every lesson Century Gothic font for accessibility SEND-friendly Key Questions include: How does the historical context help us understand the story? What big ideas or themes run through the novel? Can doing the wrong thing ever be the right choice? Clear. Calm. Creative. This is a complete, confidence-building scheme.

A full lesson on Seamus Heaney’s Blackberry-Picking, created for the new EDUQAS poetry anthology (first assessment 2027). This lesson explores childhood memory, nature, and the emotional journey from excitement to disappointment through guided analysis, sensory vocabulary tasks, thesis-style writing, and visually engaging slides. Key Question: How does Heaney use childhood memories and nature to explore disappointment and loss? Supporting Questions: – What is the speaker describing in the poem? – How do the poet’s feelings shift from excitement to regret? – How does Heaney use sensory language to explore disappointment? Now includes one clear slide: The Poets’ Messages and Who They’re Speaking To – all poems summarised on one page with message, audience, and critique. Easy to use, student-friendly, and straight to the point.

Introduce students to the sights, smells and sounds of Shakespeare’s world through immersive empathy writing and sensory description tasks.

Lesson 3 – The Globe Theatre Discover the unique design of The Globe Theatre and how its structure shaped the performance experience for actors and audience alike.

Lesson 15 – Analysing Language and Structure Focus on Shakespeare’s use of language, structure and rhetorical technique with extract-based close analysis.

FREE RESOURCE – If you find this lesson helpful, I’d really appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review. A lot of thought and care has gone into planning these materials. This is the first in my complete set of 15 ready-to-teach lessons for the 2025 Eduqas Poetry Anthology (assessment year 2027). This fully resourced lesson on William Blake’s The Schoolboy includes a thesis-based writing task, technique support, scaffolded activities, and visually engaging slides — ideal for helping students build confidence with unseen and anthology poetry.

This lesson introduces students to the sights, sounds and structure of Elizabethan England – the world Shakespeare lived and wrote in. Designed for Year 7, the lesson blends accessible historical context with rich sensory writing tasks to help students step into the shoes of different Elizabethan characters, from nobles to market traders. Includes: Clear key questions to guide learning A scaffolded vocabulary slide on “Hierarchy” A choice-based sensory writing task with detailed examples A creative diary entry activity with social roles to choose from A final reflection using emoji responses and sentence starters Suitable for lower ability and SEN learners with visual and sentence-level scaffolding throughout Perfect for building historical understanding ahead of any Shakespeare unit.