Competence in a foreign language is a useful social skill and learning a language is an end in itself; it can help you to understand your own language and it offers the possibility to learn more than one foreign language with ease. To take advantage of the opportunities in today’s global job market, young people need to wake up to the need for language skills. Languages are of clear commercial benefit. They enhance other skills in the field of communication; they are of huge cultural importance and create opportunities for individuals who speak them. Around 400 million speakers use Spanish as their first language. It’s the third most commonly spoken language in the world (after Mandarin and English) and, according to some counts, has more native speakers than English does; in the USA around 34 million speak Spanish as their first language. It is an official language on four continents and is of historical importance elsewhere.
The standard entry requirement for students entering Sixth Form is 6 GCSEs at grade 5 or above with a grade 7 or above in the subjects they wish to pursue at A Level. Students studying subjects such as Psychology and Business Studies that have not been studied previously, should show proficiency in similar subjects. Entry is at the discretion of the Headmaster. You will need a high grade at GCSE if you choose to continue with French, or Spanish, to A Level, as you will be building on the skills you have already developed. As part of the MFL programme, you will spend time talking to native speakers and have the opportunity to spend time immersed in the language of your choice on study visits, promoted and recommended by the department.
The current syllabus is very flexible. The examination tests the four skills. You may choose your own topics for the oral exams. There is no written coursework. You will study one work of literature and one film in your language in addition to a wide range of topics on contemporary issues affecting Spanish/French-speaking countries. The course provides a wide range of online resources accessible at school or home. These resources allow independent learning and self-evaluation.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £7,497 - £18,186; Boarding £20,184 - £32,790 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Sherborne, DT9 6EN |
Competence in a foreign language is a useful social skill and learning a language is an end in itself; it can help you to understand your own language and it offers the possibility to learn more than one foreign language with ease. To take advantage of the opportunities in today’s global job market, young people need to wake up to the need for language skills. Languages are of clear commercial benefit. They enhance other skills in the field of communication; they are of huge cultural importance and create opportunities for individuals who speak them. Around 400 million speakers use Spanish as their first language. It’s the third most commonly spoken language in the world (after Mandarin and English) and, according to some counts, has more native speakers than English does; in the USA around 34 million speak Spanish as their first language. It is an official language on four continents and is of historical importance elsewhere.
The standard entry requirement for students entering Sixth Form is 6 GCSEs at grade 5 or above with a grade 7 or above in the subjects they wish to pursue at A Level. Students studying subjects such as Psychology and Business Studies that have not been studied previously, should show proficiency in similar subjects. Entry is at the discretion of the Headmaster. You will need a high grade at GCSE if you choose to continue with French, or Spanish, to A Level, as you will be building on the skills you have already developed. As part of the MFL programme, you will spend time talking to native speakers and have the opportunity to spend time immersed in the language of your choice on study visits, promoted and recommended by the department.
The current syllabus is very flexible. The examination tests the four skills. You may choose your own topics for the oral exams. There is no written coursework. You will study one work of literature and one film in your language in addition to a wide range of topics on contemporary issues affecting Spanish/French-speaking countries. The course provides a wide range of online resources accessible at school or home. These resources allow independent learning and self-evaluation.