English Language & Literature

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Learning Outcomes

At Peicai Secondary School, our goal is to help students develop the skills to become:

Empathetic communicators who actively listen to various perspectives; communicate confidently and sensitively, collaborate effectively, and embrace Singapore’s multicultural ethos.

Discerning Readers with a global outlook, adept at information processing and critical evaluation to distinguish fact from fiction, considering purpose, audience, context, and culture.

Creative Inquirers who delve into real-world issues, explore multiple viewpoints, gather and synthesise information from diverse sources, and co-create knowledge and solutions in familiar or novel contexts.

Learning Outcomes are supported through:

1. Rich Discussions to empower students in finding their voices

2. Ed-Technology Enhanced Lessons to support self-directed learning

3. Exposure to Current Affairs and General Knowledge to enrich students' experiences and knowledge

4. Inquiry Through Dialogue and Process Thinking to make thinking visible

5. Student-Centric Instruction to develop metacognition and multiliteracies

Rich discussions: Students find their voices through meaningful conversation.	Exposure to current affairs: Students discuss and evaluate current issues to enrich their knowledge and critical thinking	Student-centric instruction: Metacognition and multiliteracies are developed through instruction tailored to students' needs.

English Literature

At Peicai Secondary School, our goal is to help students develop the skills to become:

In Literature classes, Learning Outcomes are supported through the Literary Response framework as shown below:

This Literary Response Framework embodies our approach to designing learning experiences that inspire students to engage with texts comprehensively. Shaped like an eye, the Framework underscores how responding to literature empowers students to interpret texts and the world from diverse perspectives, fostering greater discernment and insight.

Department Programmes/Highlights

Secondary 1 Public Speaking Workshop

At Peicai Secondary School, we recognise that effective communication is a vital skill for success. To nurture this ability, our Secondary One students engage in a Public Speaking Workshop designed to introduce them to the fundamentals of effective public speaking. The programme develops students’ confidence in speaking clearly and expressively in front of an audience while guiding them to use voice and body language to project credibility.

Through hands-on practice, students draft and deliver speeches on given or chosen topics, applying verbal and non-verbal techniques to engage their audience. They gain a deep understanding of the elements of an effective speech and communicate their ideas with clarity, confidence, and conviction. By refining their enunciation, articulation, and vocal projection using tone, pitch, and pace effectively, students communicate with impact and deliver presentations that are both persuasive and memorable.

Empowering tomorrow's speakers: Students working together to craft and refine their respective speeches.	Fostering engaging speakers: Building confidence through interactive activities.

Be S.U.R.E with Generative AI: Exploring Digital Literacy and Critical Thinking through Interactive Learning

Our students participate in the Be S.U.R.E. with Generative AI talk by the National Library Board. Students examine AI-generated versus original content, critically analysing information in context and reflecting on purpose, audience, and credibility.

The session supports Peicai Secondary School’s goal of developing empathetic communicators, discerning readers, and creative inquirers. By combining interactivity with critical thinking, students strengthen their multiliteracies, deepen their understanding of diverse perspectives, and enhance their digital citizenship, equipping them to navigate an information-rich world thoughtfully and responsibly.

Diving into the world of AI, our students engage in a fun, gamified activity at the Be S.U.R.E. with Generative AI talk.	In an engaging discussion activity, our students collaborate to examine how AI influences the way we think and create.

Debate Workshop & Inter-Class Debating Championship 2025
All Secondary Three students attend debate workshops led by experienced debaters. These sessions introduce students to the fundamentals of argument development and persuasive speech, helping them structure their ideas clearly and present them convincingly. Through guided practice, students build confidence, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and explore multiple perspectives on complex issues. They then apply these skills in the Secondary Three Inter-Class Debating Championship, showcasing their abilities in a supportive and engaging competitive environment.

Debating builds confidence: Empowering first-time debaters.	Engaging minds: Inter-class debates in action.

Fueling thoughtful discourse: The Debate Workshop ignites students' passion for thoughtful conversation.	On the verge of victory: A debater’s fierce rhetoric at the Inter- Class Debating Championship Preliminary Round.

Syllabus