I am Mr Wilson, Head of Modern Languages at CHS.
Before you look at the specific information for each of the three languages we offer at A Level (French, German and Spanish), I encourage you to start by watching the video to the right to gain an overview about why you might consider continuing your language learning beyond GCSE/IGCSE level.
We are also offer L6 students the chance to spend 2 weeks studying at one of our our partner schools in France, Germany, Spain and Switzerland. If it is of interest, you should contact me, Mr Wilson (JohnWilson@chschool.co.uk), by the Sixth Form Options deadline, specifying which location is of interest. We will then have time to plan accordingly and to apply for funding through the Turing Scheme.
Yes, you would have achieved at least a Grade 7 at GCSE/IGCSE.
A language sits well with all subjects combinations. Given the flexibility of the chosen speaking topic, students enjoy the ability to research their other academic interests through the context of the languages where their chosen language is spoken. Ultimately, your opportunities within any career pathway are enhanced if you are able to use a language at a high level.
Yes. We believe that spending time in a country where your language is spoken is fundamental. We have a wide range of opportunities. Each language has specific trips which tend to run over a long weekend. However, there are also wider opportunities to spend extended periods at our partner schools in France, Germany, Switzerland and Spain. To express an interest in this, contact Mr Wilson (JohnWilson@chschool.co.uk) - sorting this in Year 11 allows us to plan ahead and also increases chances of funding through The Turing Scheme.
Most students continue their language(s) in some capacity beyond the course - this can be joint honours or can be as a subsidiary of their main degree. Our students have found that they are able to have opportunities abroad to enhance their experience and employability, regardless of their degree choice. In the last 5 years degree choices have included the following (listed alphabetically):
Business Studies
Economics
Engineering
European Studies
Geography
History
International Business and Management
Law
Mathematics
Medicine
Modern Languages (various combinations, including some with a new language)
Politics
Psychology
Our recent record for Oxbridge has also been exceptional with 8 successful applications in the last four years (2 Cambridge and 6 Oxford).