At Codsall High School we aim to develop confident pupils with a broader outlook on the world. Pupils get the opportunity to work with authentic sources and appreciate a range of written and spoken work, including literary texts, which encourages an awareness of the culture and identity of countries and communities where German is spoken. The study of German will deepen the knowledge of how language works and will also prepare pupils for the immediate use of German, as well as for future study in school, college, university or employment.
These aims will be realised through all students studying the full programme of study for GCSE German (AQA)
In addition, the extra time available during Key Stage 4 will be used to go beyond the course requirements to:
Develop strong foundations for knowledge in Year 9 where they will acquire the vocabulary, grammar and understanding needed for the course and build the communication skills needed for future study and to develop a sense of enjoyment and fascination in learning about themselves, others and the world around them.
Pupils who take German in Year 9 start this language as beginners. They apply the transferable skills they have developed in KS2 and KS3 when learning another language to rapidly make progress in German. We observe patterns in languages and common strands of learning, such as verb construction and adjectival agreement. The first part of the course is dedicated to developing a passion for the subject, but very quickly, pupils are expected to make sustained progress with challenging vocabulary and grammar.
Enhance, enrich and enjoy learning in Year 10 by using time to study the key areas of knowledge in depth, connect different areas of study together, including developing a wide range of sophisticated and complex structures and vocabulary. Throughout their study, pupils will develop their interest in exploring, understanding of, and respect for cultural diversity and the extent to which they understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity, as shown by their attitudes towards different religious, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the local, national and global communities.
Get ready for next steps in Year 11 by focusing on the knowledge needed to secure high grades and also the key knowledge needed to study A Level German and for use in later life.
