This is an option subject.

Course Length: Full Year

Teacher in Charge: José Torres (TOR)

In this course, students will learn about how Spanish is the language that unlocks communication opportunities in over 20 different countries!

This Level 1 Course is all about gaining more freedom with the language, and becoming confident in talking about the things that YOU want to talk about.

Cultural competence is also an important part of this course, so experiencing the food, dance, music, festivals, and film of Spanish-speaking countries is also included in the course.

COURSE COSTS

There is a small course contribution as part of this course.  This covers the cost of various in-class activities, and the amount will be confirmed in 2026.

ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE

The following standards will be offered throughout this course:

Achievement Standard 91972 v3 Spanish 1.1 - Interact in spoken Spanish to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 91973 v3 Spanish 1.2 - Communicate in Spanish for a chosen purpose

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 91974 v3 Spanish 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written Spanish related to everyday contexts

External Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 91975 v3 Spanish 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of spoken Spanish related to everyday contexts

External Assessment, worth 5 credits

Total credits available for this course: 20 NCEA Level 1 credits

This course is endorsable