Purpose of the Subject
English at Grade 7 aims to develop:
Learners are assessed on functional language use and appreciation of literary works (stories, poems, plays).
- Effective communication — both oral and written.
- Reading comprehension and interpretation skills.
- Creative and critical thinking through literature and composition.
- Grammar, vocabulary, and spelling proficiency for everyday and academic use.
English Language & Literature
Inspiring Confident Communicators and Imaginative Thinkers
At Specialists’ Junior School, English is more than a subject — it’s the foundation for learning, self-expression, and creativity. From the first day of ECD to the final Grade 7 exam, our learners are guided to listen, speak, read, and write with clarity and confidence.
We believe strong communication skills open doors to academic success and personal growth. That’s why our English & Literature Department focuses on both language mastery and creative expression, ensuring every learner can think critically, write clearly, and appreciate the beauty of stories and poetry.
Discover how Specialists’ Junior School nurtures confident communicators through a rich English & Literature program — grammar, creative writing, and ZIMSEC-aligned literature.
Our Focus Areas:
Learners build a solid command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Daily language drills, vocabulary games, and reading comprehension exercises develop accuracy and fluency.
Key components include:
Reading comprehension and summarizing passages
Grammar and sentence structure
Word building and vocabulary enrichment
Punctuation and spelling accuracy
Listening and oral communication skills
We nurture confident writers who can express ideas with imagination and purpose.
Learners practise:
Narrative and descriptive essays
Formal and informal letters
Dialogues and short reports
Poetry and journal writing
Each piece is an opportunity to explore thought, feeling, and storytelling — skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Through short stories, folktales, and poems from both Zimbabwean and global authors, learners discover lessons about life, culture, and character.
They learn to:
Identify themes, settings, and characters
Appreciate rhythm and imagery in poetry
Understand moral lessons and cultural values
Relate stories to real-world experiences
Texts are selected from ZIMSEC-approved readers and local anthologies that reflect our learners’ world and heritage.
ZIMSEC Grade 7 English Language & Literature Overview
Listening and Speaking
Reading and Comprehension
Language Structure (Grammar)
Composition (Writing)
Literature
Each learner’s progress is monitored
Our Teaching Approach
Each learner’s progress is monitored through class tests, mock examinations, and creative writing portfolios.
- Weekly composition workshops: learners plan and write under timed conditions.
- Peer-editing sessions: pupils share work and suggest improvements.
- Poetry and storytelling days: encourage oral expression and confidence.
- Use of local and African literature: connecting moral values to culture and community.
- Feedback-based marking: teachers highlight both strengths and growth areas for every pupil.
Our Goal
At Specialists Junior School, we see every story written and every poem studied as a step toward lifelong communication, empathy, and creativity.
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