Spark something powerful
Inspirational new texts and poetry for GCSE English Literature
Influence change with our modern texts
Since the last reform in 2015, teachers have asked for our set text offer to be more inclusive. Our three new texts and the introduction of our new poetry cluster have helped to make our overall offer more balanced and inclusive.
All of our set texts, including the new ones, will help spark inspiration for students.
Author question and answer videos SSP
You asked and our authors answered. Our new question and answer videos lift the lid on the inspiration behind our new texts, and reveal some interesting reasons behind the themes.
Support and resources
We're here to support you throughout all of your assessments, so whatever texts you choose to teach, we’ll be with you every step of the way, continuing to build up our resource offer.
Resources
Discover resources and sample assessment materials to help support you with teaching.
Companion guide
Explore the new texts and poems, key dates for your calendar and find out why we’ve made these changes.
Online events
We’ve created a free, on-demand e-Learning module to explain the changes in more detail.
Want a free poetry anthology?
Get your free copy of our new Worlds and lives poetry anthology when you register your interest.
Our vision is to provide a diverse and inclusive curriculum that reflects the lives of young people. These works of literature offer the opportunity to explore issues and ideas and introduce further great writers to our specification. This is just the beginning. ”
Pauline McPartlan, Head of Curriculum, English