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Plan for preparation for checkpoints

The IGCSE Checkpoint English Study Plan outlines two tailored approaches for high and average performers. High performers focus on intensive analysis, advanced writing, and timed practices to refine their skills, while average performers concentrate on building foundational skills, structured writing, and time management. Both groups culminate their preparation with mock exams and targeted feedback sessions to improve their performance.

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Plan for preparation for checkpoints

The IGCSE Checkpoint English Study Plan outlines two tailored approaches for high and average performers. High performers focus on intensive analysis, advanced writing, and timed practices to refine their skills, while average performers concentrate on building foundational skills, structured writing, and time management. Both groups culminate their preparation with mock exams and targeted feedback sessions to improve their performance.

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IGCSE Checkpoint English Study Plan

For High Performers

(Goal: Refinement & Mastery – Focus on high-level analysis, time management, and
precision.)

Week 1-2: Intensive Analysis & Refinement

• Reading & Comprehension:

o Practice inference-based questions from past papers.

o Summarise complex texts in precise points.

o Identify key literary devices in unseen texts.

o Focus on nuanced interpretations and alternative perspectives.

• Writing:

o Craft high-level descriptive and narrative essays with advanced vocabulary.

o Work on engaging introductions and compelling conclusions.

o Review sentence variety and stylistic devices for impact.

o Peer-review essays and give constructive feedback.

• Grammar & Vocabulary:

o Use complex sentence structures naturally.

o Implement high-level vocabulary in writing and speech.

Week 3-4: Timed Practices & Mock Assessments

• Timed Practice:

o Complete full-length past papers under exam conditions.

o Practice structuring answers within strict time limits.

o Self-evaluate using mark schemes and examiner reports.

• Advanced Writing Tasks:

o Revise argumentation in discursive essays.

o Focus on logical progression in writing.

Week 5: Final Review & Confidence Building

• Targeted Error Correction:

o Review past mistakes in practice papers.

o Work on fine-tuning responses based on examiner expectations.

• Mock Exam & Feedback Session:

o Complete a full mock under strict timing.

o Receive teacher feedback and revise weak areas.


For Average Performers

(Goal: Strengthening Fundamentals & Confidence – Focus on structure, clarity, and


comprehension.)

Week 1-2: Building Strong Foundations

• Reading & Comprehension:

o Practice skimming and scanning for key information.

o Answer comprehension questions using a structured approach (Point,


Evidence, Explain).

o Review common literary devices and their effects.

• Writing:

o Work on structuring paragraphs using the PEEL method (Point, Evidence,


Explanation, Link).

o Improve sentence structure and clarity.

o Focus on simple but effective vocabulary.

• Grammar & Vocabulary:

o Revise common grammar mistakes.

o Learn 5-7 new high-frequency words weekly and use them in writing.

Week 3-4: Structured Practice & Time Management

• Timed Writing Practice:

o Complete partial past papers focusing on structuring responses.

o Work on completing sections within the allocated time.

• Writing Drills:

o Write short responses focusing on coherence and organisation.

o Revise sentence connectors for fluency.

Week 5: Mock Exam & Feedback Improvement

• Full-Length Practice Paper:

o Attempt a past paper under exam conditions.

o Review errors with teacher guidance.

• Targeted Review:

o Focus on areas that need attention.

o Discuss strategies to boost confidence before the checkpoint.

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