Through the study of a foreign language, pupils understand and appreciate different countries, cultures, people and communities-and as they do so, begin to think themselves as citizens of the world as well as of the United Kingdom. Our pupils learn about the structure of language. They explore the similarities and differences between the foreign language they are learning and English or another language, and learn how language can be manipulated and applied in different ways.
Their listening, reading and memory skills improve, and their speaking and writing become more accurate. The development of these skills, together with pupils’ knowledge and understanding of the structure of language, lay the foundations for future study of other languages.
In a society in which cultural and work-related exchanges are becoming the norm, languages are increasingly important. Young people who speak a number of languages have an advantage when it comes to being selected for jobs. Speaking more than one language opens up exciting careers liaising with other countries or based abroad.
Learning a new language can also enhance mother-tongue skills as you come to appreciate the structure of that new language. It's a discipline which can help develop analytical skills which are very transferable, during education and beyond.
In the global society of the 21st century, language competence and cultural understanding are increasingly important. We provide high quality teaching and learning opportunities to equip our young people with the skills they need to access opportunities in the world of work and travel. Language skills are central to breaking down barriers both within this country and beyond.