All boys study French and either German or Spanish with three periods of each language over the two-week timetable in year 7 and then three or four periods per language in years 8 and 9. Langauges in Key Stage 3 are taught on an alternating basis, with French and German on year, French and Spanish the next, and so on.

 

Teaching is mixed ability in Year 7 only. At the end of year 7 boys are split into six groups according to their ability. These sets are reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that boys are always in the most appropriate teaching and learning environment.

 

Throughout year 7 boys follow a programme of lessons to support the KS2 to KS3 transition and to help them to develop the necessary skills for language learning.

 

All boys are offered the opportunity to learn Chinese Mandarin during a lunchtime club.

These have links to other websites. We particularly recommend and are grateful to:

 

http://web.uvic.ca/hcmc/clipart/ - clip art for language teachers