German
German is one of the choices of additional language in Year 9 and pupils can rely on their knowledge of English and Latin to make a rapid start.
GCSE
On joining the school in Year 9, pupils all study French and, in addition,
opt to learn either German or Spanish. As a result, they are in a position to
make an informed choice as to which language(s) to choose for their GCSE phase,
as French, German and Spanish then form part of the option system.
The aim of the GCSE German course is to prepare in the broadest possible terms
for the examinations in Year 11, at the same time as providing a sound basis
for study at AS or A2 Level for those who wish to continue in the Sixth Form.
Sixth Form
A number of topics are introduced in the Lower Sixth at AS level and the work
done at this stage then becomes the basis for deeper consideration in the Upper
Sixth. The topics are arranged in a sequence so that material from one can be
used in the next.
AS level
The AS taken at the end of the Lower Sixth, is composed of three units:
- An oral paper
- A paper to test listening, reading and writing skills
- A third paper also tests reading and writing skills.
A2 or A-level
The A2, sat at the end of the Upper Sixth, also consists of three units: The
A2, sat at the end of the Upper Sixth, also consists of three units:
- An oral test in two parts
- A written paper to test listening, reading and writing skills
- Coursework. There are two assessed essays; the first is tackled in the
Autumn Term of the Upper Sixth year and the second is written in the following
Spring Term.