What will you do on this course? We currently offer A Level courses in French, German and Spanish. The core content comprises of: Social Issues and Trends (eg how criminals are treated/the changing nature of the family) Political & artistic culture (eg Immigration/Should teenagers have the right to vote?) Grammar Study of Film & Literature Listening to podcasts and News reports in the target language Reading articles from authentic Newspapers and Magazines from the Target language Country Watching and analysing films in the target language A lesson once a week with the Language Assistant to focus on Speaking Students are also encouraged to take part in an arranged home stay in the country where their language is spoken. There are several pre-existing trips and proposed trips to Spain, France and Germany.
Requirements Previously studied the language at GCSE level.
How will you be assessed? The A Level exam is based on three tests: Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing (including translation into English and into the target language (2hrs 30 mins. 50%). Paper 2: Writing (2hrs 30%) Written response about a film and a literary text – grammar and translation. Paper 3: Speaking (21-23 mins- including 5 mins prep time- 30%). Section A: Discussion based on a stimulus card. Section B: Presentation and discussion on student’s Independent Research project. No coursework.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | North Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £33,090 - £37,530 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £9,600 - £20,280 |
| Address | Oakridge Lane, Winscombe, BS25 1PD |
What will you do on this course? We currently offer A Level courses in French, German and Spanish. The core content comprises of: Social Issues and Trends (eg how criminals are treated/the changing nature of the family) Political & artistic culture (eg Immigration/Should teenagers have the right to vote?) Grammar Study of Film & Literature Listening to podcasts and News reports in the target language Reading articles from authentic Newspapers and Magazines from the Target language Country Watching and analysing films in the target language A lesson once a week with the Language Assistant to focus on Speaking Students are also encouraged to take part in an arranged home stay in the country where their language is spoken. There are several pre-existing trips and proposed trips to Spain, France and Germany.
Requirements Previously studied the language at GCSE level.
How will you be assessed? The A Level exam is based on three tests: Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing (including translation into English and into the target language (2hrs 30 mins. 50%). Paper 2: Writing (2hrs 30%) Written response about a film and a literary text – grammar and translation. Paper 3: Speaking (21-23 mins- including 5 mins prep time- 30%). Section A: Discussion based on a stimulus card. Section B: Presentation and discussion on student’s Independent Research project. No coursework.