Spanish is the official language in twenty-one countries, which means that by learning Spanish, you can communicate with lots of people from different parts of the world. Learning Spanish gives you access to the Spanish-speaking world.  In today’s globalised world, knowing a second language can make a huge difference to your job prospects and there’s a growing demand for bilingual employees in many industries. 

Spanish-speaking countries have a rich cultural heritage, and learning Spanish can give you access to their media. From TV shows to movies, music and literature, there’s a wealth of content to explore. Do you love to travel? Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world. Learning a new language is a great way to challenge yourself and grow as a person. Studies have shown that learning a second language can improve cognitive function, memory, and creativity.

The Modern Languages Department aims to develop resilient and independent linguists who enjoy listening, reading, speaking and writing competently in a foreign language. We create a supportive and inclusive learning environment in which students are able to appreciate and explore differences, whether cultural, spiritual or religious. We encourage learners to step outside of familiar cultural boundaries and develop new ways of seeing the world. The experiences we offer encourage learners to extend their language skills through real-world scenarios, broadening their horizons beyond the classroom. We strongly believe that excellent linguistic skills and awareness will give St Peter’s students an advantage in the world of work.

Year 7

MI LIFE – MI VIDA

• Can you provide information about yourself? 

FREE TIME – MI TIEMPO LIBRE

• What do you do in your free time?

MY SCHOOL - MI INSTITUTO

• What is your school like?

MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS – MI FAMILIA Y AMIGOS

• What is your family like?

MY CITY -  MI CIUDAD

• What is your city like?

 

Year 8

MI TOWN – MI CIUDAD 

• Can you describe what is in your town and what you can do in your town?

MY HOLIDAYS – MIS VACACIONES 

• What did you do on a past holiday?

MY LIFE – MI VIDA (Viva 2 – module 2)

• What do you do in your free time?

FOOD - ¡A COMER! (Viva 2 – module 3)

• What do you like to eat?

GOING OUT – DE FIESTA 

• Where would you like to go out?

LET’S TALK ABOUT THE SUMMER – OPERACIÓN VERANO

• Where are you going on holiday?

 

Year 9

DESCONÉCTATE – HOLIDAYS REPASO 

• What information can you provide on holidays? 

DESCONÉCTATE – HOLIDAYS - UNITS 1-3

• What are your holidays like?

DESCONÉCTATE – HOLIDAYS – UNITS 4-6

• What is your school like?

MI VIDA EN EL INSTI – MY SCHOOL LIFE – UNITS 1-3

• What is your family like?

MI VIDA EN EL INSTI – MY SCHOOL LIFE – UNIT 4-6

• What is your school like?

MI GENTE – MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS – UNITS 1-2

• Do you prefer to spend time with your family or friends?

Year 10

DESCONÉCTATE – HOLIDAYS - UNITS 1-3

• What are your holidays like?

DESCONÉCTATE – HOLIDAYS – UNITS 4-6

• What is your school like?

MI VIDA EN EL INSTI – MY SCHOOL LIFE – UNITS 1-3

• What is your family like?

MI VIDA EN EL INSTI – MY SCHOOL LIFE – UNIT 4-6

• What is your school like?

MI GENTE – MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS – UNITS 1-2

• Do you prefer to spend time with your family or friends?

MI GENTE – MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS – UNITS 3-4

• How do you feel?

 

Year 11

DE COSTUMBRE (Module 6) -  Food/Daily routines/Customs/Festivals

• What are typical foods and customs in Spanish speaking countries?

¡A CURRAR! (Module 7) – Future study and employment

• What job would you like to do in the future?

HACIA UN MUNDO MEJOR (module 8)

• What can you do to help improve the environment?

PREPARATION FOR THE EXAM

• How to succeed in the exam?

Students study AQA Spanish.  Where there is demand to run courses, we will also facilitate the teaching of A level Spanish or German.

The themes listed below are covered over the two-year Spanish A level course, with grammatical concepts taught in context. 

• Current trends in Spanish-speaking society. 
• Current issues in Spanish-speaking society. 
• Artistic culture in the Spanish-speaking world. 
• Political life in the Spanish-speaking world. 

Students will also study a film and a book or play, and carry out an extensive Individual Research Project on a topic of their choice.

• Spanish plays
• Trips
• Competitions

Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and, therefore, Spanish is a useful complement to other subjects for future career opportunities, since many employers seek linguists. Spanish combines well with many other subjects at university and offers many transferable skills.