Analysis of school success in English language at the secondary school

English is currently considered one of the key subjects in primary schools, its knowledge may be vital for further education and profession. The diploma thesis focuses on teaching English at II. grade of elementary school to analyze pupils'school success in the language, it also suggests ways in which pupils could develop their knowledge and competences. The key factors that contribute to the school success of pupils are affected. The research part presents six case studies, which present two pupils with excellent school performance, two with average results and two at risk of school failure. The respondents are from one class, taught by one teacher. They have very similar study opportunities, yet pupils make significant differences. From their point of view, the definition of school success is determined, the factors that, according to them, contribute to school success, motivation, own ideas about improvement in language. According to pupils, success is tied to school marks. Parents are cosidered to be key factors influencing school success (for example their ability to help, pay for tutoring, etc.), awareness of the importance of the subject, a fun factor used in class, the teacher's personality and his/her ability to motivate to work and learn. In their opinion, the division into groups..