SPANISH

Spanish is the main Modern Foreign Language (MFL) at Trinity Christian School because:

• Pronunciation is mainly intuitive for English speakers (‘Say what you see!’)

• Many UK residents choose to holiday in mainland Spain, The Balearic Islands or The Canaries

• It is the number one language spoken in the Caribbean, Central & South America>

• It allows pupil to access so much cultural capital because of its influence geographically and historically.​

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Key Stage 3:
Pupils develop communication skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in using a foreign language. They focus on phonics, vocabulary, and grammar, becoming familiar with bilingual dictionaries and the concept of non-literal translation. Learning emphasizes a ‘can-do’ attitude, using the Target Language as much as possible. Homework supports memory, independence, and organisation. Pupils begin by using simple phrases and progress to expressing and justifying opinions, and using a variety of time frames, with increasing accuracy in both spoken and written language. 

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Key Stage 4:

Year 10 and 11 pupils build on their work in Key Stage 3 to prepare for the Edexcel GCSE (2024) which culminates in 4 exams:
Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. These all cover 8 Modules across 6 Themes. Each exam is worth 25% of their final Grade and students are entered at either Foundation Tier (up to Grade 5) or Higher Tier (if proficient from Grade 6).