Language Toolkit

About Course
Unlock your full potential in English with this comprehensive skills course, designed to cover every aspect of language analysis, writing techniques, and essential SPaG (spelling, punctuation, and grammar) knowledge. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your writing or refine your analytical skills, this course provides all the tools you need for success in English.
Your instructor, a fully-qualified British curriculum English teacher and former examiner for major exam boards, brings extensive experience in helping students develop the key skills required for effective communication. This course is ideal for learners at all levels, whether you’re seeking to strengthen your foundational knowledge or polish your advanced skills. With resources available in dyslexia-friendly fonts and tailored for students with English as an additional language (EAL), this course is fully inclusive and accessible.
Key features of the course include:
- In-depth lessons on language analysis and structure, with clear explanations on the difference between the two.
- Mastering the TiPToP method for effective paragraphing and how to use it in both analytical and creative writing.
- Guidance on mastering punctuation, sentence types, and writing effective dialogue.
- Techniques for identifying and using connotations of words to enhance your writing.
- Practical advice on incorporating language and structural features in your own writing, including “showing not telling” techniques.
- Step-by-step lessons on writing letters, speeches, and articles that hit all the key requirements.
- Support and tips for the spoken language endorsement, helping you build confidence in your oral communication skills.
- Additional digital resources focusing on vocabulary building and targeted SPaG practice to reinforce your learning.
This course offers a holistic approach to English language skills, providing everything you need to excel in both writing and analysis. Join today for expert guidance and a wealth of resources that will make mastering English language skills both straightforward and rewarding!
We are constantly adding to all our courses, but if you purchase a single course, and not a monthly subscription, do not worry as you will have access to any future materials added. If you feel anything is missing or have ideas for things you’d like to see added, just drop us an email: hello@steertosuccess.co.uk
This course is delivered by the founder of Steer to Success, a fully-qualified English teacher with an honours degree in English and philosophy from the University of Liverpool. After graduating, she was one of the presidents of Liverpool Guild of Students and then went on to be selected for the prestigious Teach First Ambassadors Programme, through which she completed her PGCE at Canterbury Christ Church University with a specialism in secondary English teaching. Holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to delivering high-quality education.
Throughout her extensive teaching career, she has held numerous leadership roles in some of the UK and Middle East’s most esteemed schools across the state, grammar, and private sectors. Her positions of responsibility have included overseeing teaching and learning initiatives, leading as a Head of Year with a focus on pastoral care, developing curriculum strategies as key stage coordinators, and mentoring and coaching fellow educators. These experiences have equipped her with a deep understanding of effective teaching practices and student development.
In addition to her classroom expertise, she has worked as an examiner for several years for major UK and international exam boards, offering valuable insights into the assessment process and ensuring students are well-prepared for exams. Her ability to support a diverse range of students is another hallmark of her career. She has extensive experience working with those with additional educational needs, including students with English as an additional language, and has a proven track record of nurturing gifted and talented students.
Beyond her teaching qualifications, she is a fully-qualified coach, having completed an ICF-accredited coaching programme, and is certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). This coaching expertise allows her to provide personalised support and guidance, helping students and adults alike to achieve their full potential.
Course Content
Lessons
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Introduction to AQA English Language
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Assessment Objectives
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Analysing Language Features
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Analysing Structural Features
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Narrative Writing
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Descriptive Writing
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Writing Articles
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Writing Speeches
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Writing Letters
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Mastering Punctuation
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Alan Peat Sentence Types
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Writing Effective Dialogue
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Language vs. Structure
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Using Language and Structural Features in Writing
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TiPToP Paragraphs
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Spoken Language Endorsement
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Connotations of Words
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Showing Not Telling
Digital Resources
Quiz
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