Newtown High School Ysgol Uwchradd y Drenewydd Talented Criteria

Talented Criteria –Saesneg / EnglishSaesneg / English: Writing1. Writing has shape and impact and shows control of a range ofstyles2. Interest of the reader is maintained throughout3. Literary writing uses structure as well as vocabulary for a rangeof imaginative effects4. Non-literary writing is coherent, reasoned and persuasive5. Variety of grammatical constructions and punctuation is usedaccurately and appropriately and with sensitivity6. Paragraphs are well constructed and linked to clarify theorganisation of the writing as a whole7. Show a passionate interest in the written element of English1. I can write accurately in a range of different text types tohave impact on different audiences.2. I can keep a reader interested during pieces of extendedwriting.3. I can show imagination in my literary work through the way itis organised and the word choices that I use.4. I can make my meaning clear in my non-literary work, usingclear arguments and specific features to be persuasive.5. I can use grammar and punctuation accurately, and can alsouse it achieve particular effects in my writing.6. I can use paragraphs to organise my work so that it is clearerfor my audience.7. I can show that I have a genuine interest in the writtenelement of English by writing literary pieces in my own time,volunteering to help the school press team, entering nationalwriting competitions or joining a writing club.