French

This course is ideal for those who want to develop language skills and cultural awareness. It is also a great opportunity to develop transferrable skills such as communication which employers seek.

Overview –

The GCSE French course is divided into three themes.

Theme 1 - Identity and Culture

• Family and friends

• Hobbies

• Festivals and events in French speaking world

Theme 2 - Local, national and global areas of interest

• Local area

• Holidays

• Social issues

Theme 3 - Current and future study and employment

• School in UK and France

• World of work

Assessment –

Pupils will either complete the higher GCSE (grades 4-9), or the foundation GCSE (grades 1 – 5).

The key language skills are:

• listening;

• speaking;

• reading;

• writing.

These skills are developed throughout the course and then examined at the end of year 11. Each skill makes up 25% of the final grade.

Subject links -

French has strong links with other languages including English as well as other languages students may speak at home. It is also an excellent basis for learning other languages in future.

Careers –

Being able to speak a second or third language is well regarded by employers and will open many career opportunities. Some careers in which languages are particularly beneficial include teaching; tourism; diplomatic services; marketing; medicine; journalism.

For further information, please contact –

Head of faculty – Naomi Shenton Email - info@ipswichacademy.org.uk