French

Course summary

The modern foreign languages department delivers a specialist and immersive course that continues to develop and perfect students' productive and receptive skills. Throughout the study, students will be able to learn through an interesting and varied way of teaching; clips from French news channels, newspapers, and magazines allow discussion and debate around differing topics. A look into secularism in education, France’s 35-hour working week, immigration and integration laws, and the role the Vichy government played during the occupation of France in the 1940s allows students to also look at France historically, meaning that this course will offer something for everyone. Continuing with the study of French to a higher level is an invaluable skill that promotes confidence, develops independence, resilience, and creativity, and allows students to delve further into the most interesting aspects of francophone culture and language.