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Please note, German is no longer being taught in Year 7 from September 2026.
Please note, German is no longer being taught in Year 7 from September 2026.
German is the most widely spoken native language in the European Union, serving as the primary tongue for over 100 million people. It is the official language not only of Germany, but also of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg, making it the essential connector for the continent's most stable and prosperous economies.
German is the most widely spoken native language in the European Union, serving as the primary tongue for over 100 million people. It is the official language not only of Germany, but also of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg, making it the essential connector for the continent's most stable and prosperous economies.
Given the prominence of German as Europe’s leading economic and scientific language, the German curriculum focuses on providing students with the core skills they will need to communicate and understand in any professional or social situation.
Given the prominence of German as Europe’s leading economic and scientific language, the German curriculum focuses on providing students with the core skills they will need to communicate and understand in any professional or social situation.
The course consists of opportunities for pupils to develop the ability to understand and use German effectively for the practical purposes of communication while developing an awareness of the nature of language and language learning.
As an official language in 6 European countries and the most widely spoken native tongue in the EU, German provides ambitious opportunities for future study, employment, and global citizenship. Students are immersed in authentic cultural experiences—through film, literature, and even Kaffee und Kuchen sessions—which deepen their appreciation of Central European heritage and broaden their understanding of the wider world.
The curriculum is designed with strong social-justice principles, ensuring all pupils can access, develop and thrive in language learning. Metacognitive approaches and carefully structured classroom resources support students in mastering the core knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and phonics. These building blocks enable pupils to communicate confidently and independently, preparing them for aspirational outcomes in school, further education and the workplace.
Our curriculum ensures students not only acquire a powerful linguistic skill but also engage with a culture that champions creativity, quality of life and global collaboration.
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