Languages are part of the cultural richness of our society and an important way in which our students learn to appreciate different countries, cultures, communities, and people.
The study of Chinese (Mandarin) is compulsory through to Year 9, reflecting the school's commitment to providing every student with purposeful learning and engagement with one of the world's most widely spoken languages and with the rich culture it carries.
Lessons are taught by qualified and experienced Chinese language teachers who bring both deep linguistic knowledge and lived cultural experience to the classroom, and who draw on a blend of traditional and contemporary pedagogy to make learning purposeful, engaging, and rigorous. Chinese Language is taught across two distinct pathways to reflect the diverse linguistic backgrounds and learning needs of our students: Chinese Second Language (CSL) and Chinese Foreign Language (CFL).
Languages in Year 10-11
In the I/GCSE years, students may continue their language studies in Chinese, French, and Spanish. During Global Outlook Week, Year 10 and Year 11 language students are offered the opportunity to go on an language immersion trip to the country of their language studies. Such experiences offers greater depth into our students' language studies and help open up their global perspectives.
Languages in Sixth Form
When students reach Sixth Form, they may continue their language studies with A Level courses in Mandarin, French and Spanish available as subject choices.
Languages Overview
We delve into Mandarin and modern foreign language provisions at Kellett in a recent edition of The Dragon magazine. Click the cover the learn more!
