By the end of Key Stage 3, learners have adapted their speech to the requirements of different contexts, purposes, and audiences with increasing confidence. Their conversation arouses the interest of the listener due to the variety and liveliness of both vocabulary and expression. Students take an active part in discussions, playing different roles and showing understanding of ideas and sensitivity to others. They effectively demonstrate their knowledge of language diversity and its use, and use standard English fluently in formal situations.

By Key Stage 5, students purposefully maintain and develop their speech in a variety of contexts. They clearly structure what they say, using appropriate vocabulary and appropriate intonations and accents. They make a range of contributions that show that they have listened carefully and are sensitive to developments in the discussions. They confidently use standard English in a variety of situations, adapting as needed.

By the end of Key Stage 4, students' writing becomes confident and demonstrates adequate and creative style choices in various forms. Characters and attitudes are developed in their narrative writing. Their non-fiction is coherent and provides clear points of view while taking into account different points of view. Grammar and vocabulary are used accurately and effectively. Correct spelling, including complex misspelled words. The work is legible and attractively presented. Paragraphs and proper punctuation are used to make a sequence of events or ideas coherent and understandable to the reader.