1. Welcome to GCSE Languages
September 2015

2. The Course As of September 2016 we will be following the WJEC French and Spanish specifications
4/5 hours per fortnight
Double lessons
In house resources/Online text book – Active Teach
French: Ms Turner (HOF)
Mr Koomar
Spanish: Ms Dean

3. 2015-2016 –yr 9 Foundation year Identity and Culture Content
Local National, International and Global areas of Interest
Current and Future Study and Employment
-Youth culture
-Customs and traditions
-Travel and transport
-Holidays
-Environment
-School/College life
-Work exp/part time jobs
-Future plans
Content

4. The Final Grade – 4 skills
Speaking 25%
(7-12 mins)
-Role play
-Photo
-Conversation
Writing 25%
(1 hour – 1 hour 15)
- Eng into Fr/Sp Translation
ControlledAssessments
Listening 25%
( mins)
Reading 25%
-Fr/Sp into Eng translation
Examinations May 2018
Grades will be 1-9

5. What can students do to ensure success?
Attendance is paramount to success – every lesson counts!
Find a buddy
Organise file all notes chronologically and in topic order
Complete all HW tasks set
Develop independent learning skills
Make notes of all deadlines
Track personal progress
Attend HW clinics specifically geared to support KS4 learning
Ask!

6. How can carers support? Keep a check on feedback and progress
Provide an audience
Encourage
Check hw
Let us know of any concerns early!