Spanish

Course summary

The A Level Spanish course is a dynamic and engaging 2-year exploration of Hispanic Language, Culture and life. A strong emphasis is put on the importance of communication and lessons are designed to develop the confidence and fluency to discuss, debate and to offer views and opinions on a wide range of contemporary topics. By the end of the course, students will have developed the skill set to thrive in a Hispanic country; they will be happily able to hold conversations on a variety of topics, to comfortably read and listen to authentic materials and to write analytically and critically. Lower Sixth Students look to develop a wide range of transferable and highly sought after skills. Critical thinking, observation and independence as learners are explored through a range of topics that explore: •Traditional and modern values. •Cyberspace and diversity. •Equality and inclusion. Upper Sixth These skills are built upon as students look to develop a sophisticated cultural awareness, open-mindedness, and a resilient problem-solving approach, engaging in topics such as: •Regional identity in Spain. •Cultural heritage. •The influence of modern idols. All aspects of the course are introduced and developed through authentic, Hispanic materials, and lessons regularly involve video clips, films, music and newspaper articles. Learning is far from limited to the traditional classroom and all students will have a weekly conversation lesson with a native Spanish Assistant.