The aim of the English Association is to further the knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of English.
We are a registered charity (no. 1124890) incorporated by Royal Charter. We support the teaching, learning, and enjoyment of English at all levels of education, from early years to further and higher education and beyond.
Our vision is of a world with a deeper knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of the English language and its literatures; a world in which the value of the study of English to education, career, and personal life is recognised by all.
Find out how we’re going to get there: download our 2019 – 2023 Strategy
Our work matters because:
- We know that the study of English language, literature and creative writing equips young people with important skills that will make them attractive to employers.
- We know that a robust discipline of English studies has much to contribute to other disciplines across the arts, humanities, and sciences.
- Most importantly, we know that the study of English has value in its own right.
