"One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way"
Frank Smith
GCSE French & Spanish
Please note, students must have studied Spanish in year 9 to select it as a GCSE Extended Core Option. This applies to French too.
Three reasons to study a Modern Foreign Language
Communicating in other languages is increasingly important in our society and our global economy.
Learning a foreign language makes you more valuable to employers.
MFL students often have the edge at interviews.
What students have to say about MFL
“We do a wide range of activities.”
“Learning a language is useful for life.”
“The lessons are lively in the languages department.”
Course content
Our course with AQA ensures crucial skills such as communication, thinking skills and resilience are developed. An open mind and an international outlook have never been more important!
Students are expected to understand and provide information and opinions about themes relating to their own experiences and those of other people, including people in countries and communities where French and Spanish are spoken.
Students will study 3 main themes:
People and Lifestyle
Popular Culture
Communication and the World Around Us
All four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - will be assessed (foundation or higher level).