A Level courses are available in French, German and Spanish. Studying a language to A Level is very rewarding, whilst also equipping students with a valuable skill for life. We study a range of engaging A Level topics, many of which link with areas studied in other subjects, and all four skills of language learning are fully developed - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammar is also essential as students practise and build their confidence in putting together their own accurate sentences in the language, and understanding how the language works. Although this builds on material covered at GCSE, we also develop the ability to argue a point of view with a degree of spontaneity at A Level. Texts studied are authentic and up-to-date and range from press material and internet sources to documentary or imaginative writing; extensive use is made of authentic audio and video material. . A Level also includes the study of either two books (novel, play, poetry) or one book and one film. Whilst we take advantage of any opportunities to explore the historical, cultural and literary heritage of Spain, France or Germany, the contemporary scene and the future of these countries within the world occupy the foreground. Students are expected to read, listen and learn vocabulary on a regular basis and independently. Spoken language lessons with the native speaker Language Assistants are an integral and important part of the course.