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.

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.