| Key Stage | Qualification | Course Code | Exam Board |
| KS4 | GCSE | AQA French 8658 | AQA |
| KS4 | GCSE | AQA German 8668 | AQA |
| KS4 | GCSE | AQA Spanish 8698 | AQA |
| KS5 | A Level | AQA French 7652 | AQA |
| KS5 | A Level | AQA German 7662 | AQA |
| KS5 | A Level | AQA Spanish 7692 | AQA |
Why should you learn a language?
If you enjoy communicating with other people, finding out how language works and learning about different countries and cultures, studying a language is an excellent choice for you.
- You will be able to share your interests, ideas, and opinions with other people who speak French, German and Spanish
- You will learn about the countries where French, German and Spanish are spoken and get a lot more out of a trip there.
- You will be exposed to authentic French, German and Spanish resources.
- You will add an international dimension to your choice of GCSE subjects, which is something future employers and higher education providers look for.
- You will learn many skills which are useful in a wide range of future careers, such as the ability to communicate clearly, confidence in public speaking and how to use a range of problem solving strategies.
- You will create greater opportunities for yourself to work abroad, or for companies in the UK with international links.
Many employers look for people who can speak a foreign language.
Only 25% of the world’s population speak English.
- Language students have a greater chance of getting a place at university.
- Linguists can earn more money.
- Language graduates have a higher rate of employment than most other subjects except medicine and dentistry.
Years 10 & 11
French
| Themes | Assessment |
| Theme 1: Identity and culture Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, Relationships with family and friends, Marriage/partnership Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, Social media, Mobile technology Topic 3: Free-time activities, Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out, Sport Topic 4: Customs and festivals in French-speaking countries/communities | Assessed in the four skill areas: 25% Speaking 25% Writing 25% Listening 25% Reading All examinations are linear and thus are examined in the summer of Year 11. |
| Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region Topic 2: Social issue, Charity/voluntary work, Healthy/unhealthy living Topic 3: Global issues, The environment, Poverty/homelessness Topic 4: Travel and tourism | |
| Theme 3: Current and future study and employment Topic 1: My studies Topic 2: Life at school/college Topic 3: Education post-16 Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions |
German
| Themes | Assessment |
| Theme 1: Identity and culture Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, Relationships with family and friends, Marriage/partnership Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, Social media, Mobile technology Topic 3: Free-time activities, Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out, Sport Topic 4: Customs and festivals in German-speaking countries/communities | Assessed in the four skill areas: 25% Speaking 25% Writing 25% Listening 25% Reading All examinations are linear and thus are examined in the summer of Year 11. |
| Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region Topic 2: Social issues, Charity/voluntary work, Healthy/unhealthy living Topic 3: Global issues, The environment, Poverty/homelessness Topic 4: Travel and tourism | |
| Theme 3: Current and future study and employment Topic 1: My studies Topic 2: Life at school/college Topic 3: Education post-16 Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions |
Spanish
| Themes | Assessment |
| Theme 1: Identity and culture Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, Relationships with family and friends, Marriage/partnership Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, Social media, Mobile technology Topic 3: Free-time activities, Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out, Sport Topic 4: Customs and festivals in Spanish-speaking countries/communities | Assessed in the four skill areas: 25% Speaking 25% Writing 25% Listening 25% Reading All examinations are linear and thus are examined in the summer of Year 11. |
| Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region Topic 2: Social issues, Charity/voluntary work, Healthy/unhealthy living Topic 3: Global issues, The environment, Poverty/homelessness Topic 4: Travel and tourism | |
| Theme 3: Current and future study and employment Topic 1: My studies Topic 2: Life at school/college Topic 3: Education post-16 Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions |
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Sixth Form (A Level French)
| Year 1 | Assessment |
| Module 1: The Changing Nature of Family Module 2: The ‘Cyber-Society’ Module 3: The Place of Voluntary Work – A Culture Proud of its Heritage – Contemporary Francophone Music – Cinema: The 7th Art Form | Written exam, 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of A Level |
| Year 2 | + |
| Module 4: Teenagers, The Right to Vote and Political Commitment Module 5: Demonstrations, Strikes – Who holds the power? Module 6: Politics and Immigration – Positive Features of a Diverse Society – Life for the Marginalised – How Criminals are Treated | Written exam, 2 hours 20% of A Level |
| Students also study a piece of literature and film as well as conducting an independent research project, which they will present and discuss as a speaking assessment. Throughout the course, students will get to grips with the complexities of French grammar and its usage. | + Oral exam 30% of A Level |
Sixth Form (A Level German)
| Year 1 | Assessment |
| Module 1: The Changing State of the Family Module 2: The Digital World Module 3: Youth Culture: Fashion and Trends, Music and Television Module 4: Festivals and Traditions Module 5: Art and Architecture Module 6: Cultural Life in Berlin, Past and Present | Written exam, 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of A Level |
| Year 2 | + |
| Module 7: Immigration Module 8: Integration Module 9: Racism Module 10: Germany and the European Union Module 11: Politics and Youth Module 12: German Re-unification and its Consequences | Written exam, 2 hours 20% of A Level |
| Students also study a piece of literature and film as well as conducting an independent research project, which they will present and discuss as a speaking assessment. Throughout the course, students will get to grips with the complexities of German grammar and its usage. | + Oral exam 30% of A Level |
Sixth Form (A Level Spanish)
| Year 1 | Assessment |
| Module 1: Modern and Traditional Values Module 2: Cyberspace Module 3: Equal Rights Module 4: Modern Day Idols Module 5: Spanish Regional Identity Module 6: Cultural Heritage | Written exam, 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of A Level |
| Year 2 | + |
| Module 7: Immigration Module 8: Racism Module 9: Integration Module 10: Todays Youth, Tomorrows Citizens Module 11: Monarchies and Dictatorships Module 12: Popular Movements | Written exam, 2 hours 20% of A Level |
| Students also study a piece of literature and film as well as conducting an independent research project, which they will present and discuss as a speaking assessment. Throughout the course, students will get to grips with the complexities of Spanish grammar and its usage. | + Oral exam 30% of A Level |
