We offer French, German, Italian and Spanish at A Level. All four languages are taught following on from GCSE. Studying languages at A Level gives you plenty of scope to develop your interests and to analyse and challenge received opinions, enabling you to formulate your ideas on current affairs. Emphasis is placed on spoken communication as well as planning, structuring and writing essays. Grammar is taught through translation, and the study of film and literature is at the centre of the A Level syllabus, through which current and political issues are discussed. The course also contains an Independent Research Project, where a student's area of interest can be explored further.
As a minimum, students must achieve at least grade 7 (equivalent to A grade) in four separate subjects. In addition, all students must achieve a minimum grade of 6 (equivalent to a high B grade) in Mathematics and English GCSE or IGCSE. Please also note that a minimum of grade 7 is required in those subjects, or closely related subjects, that students wish to study for A Level with the exception of Mathematics where students will require a minimum grade 8 at GCSE and Further Mathematics where students will require a minimum grade 9 at GCSE.
The topics for the MFL A Level courses are rooted in the target language countries and range from social issues, trends and politics to intellectual and artistic culture. The three exams focus on reading and listening skills, grammar and translation, and, of course, speaking. For the latter, students research their topics related to the target language country, taking a critical look at works of literature, film or music, festivals or personalities. Films and literature are also studied as part of the extended writing paper. Sound knowledge of the grammar covered at the GCSE level is essential. In addition to your timetabled lessons, you will have one speaking lesson in a small group with the MFL assistant. Grammar skills are honed to tackle the demands of the prose translations. Over time these essentially become a very accessible way to test fundamental grammatical knowledge. Students are strongly encouraged to go abroad during their time in the Sixth Form. Work experience in all languages can be arranged through a company recommended by the School. There is also the opportunity to compete in debating competitions in your target language, which is invaluable preparation for the oral exams. Many of our Sixth Form linguists mentor younger students, supporting them in their language learning whilst improving their language skills and increasing confidence.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,460 |
| Address | London Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6PY |
We offer French, German, Italian and Spanish at A Level. All four languages are taught following on from GCSE. Studying languages at A Level gives you plenty of scope to develop your interests and to analyse and challenge received opinions, enabling you to formulate your ideas on current affairs. Emphasis is placed on spoken communication as well as planning, structuring and writing essays. Grammar is taught through translation, and the study of film and literature is at the centre of the A Level syllabus, through which current and political issues are discussed. The course also contains an Independent Research Project, where a student's area of interest can be explored further.
As a minimum, students must achieve at least grade 7 (equivalent to A grade) in four separate subjects. In addition, all students must achieve a minimum grade of 6 (equivalent to a high B grade) in Mathematics and English GCSE or IGCSE. Please also note that a minimum of grade 7 is required in those subjects, or closely related subjects, that students wish to study for A Level with the exception of Mathematics where students will require a minimum grade 8 at GCSE and Further Mathematics where students will require a minimum grade 9 at GCSE.
The topics for the MFL A Level courses are rooted in the target language countries and range from social issues, trends and politics to intellectual and artistic culture. The three exams focus on reading and listening skills, grammar and translation, and, of course, speaking. For the latter, students research their topics related to the target language country, taking a critical look at works of literature, film or music, festivals or personalities. Films and literature are also studied as part of the extended writing paper. Sound knowledge of the grammar covered at the GCSE level is essential. In addition to your timetabled lessons, you will have one speaking lesson in a small group with the MFL assistant. Grammar skills are honed to tackle the demands of the prose translations. Over time these essentially become a very accessible way to test fundamental grammatical knowledge. Students are strongly encouraged to go abroad during their time in the Sixth Form. Work experience in all languages can be arranged through a company recommended by the School. There is also the opportunity to compete in debating competitions in your target language, which is invaluable preparation for the oral exams. Many of our Sixth Form linguists mentor younger students, supporting them in their language learning whilst improving their language skills and increasing confidence.