Modern Foreign Languages
As the world gets smaller and channels of communication increase, the need to be able to communicate in another language has never been greater. Linguists are very much in demand in today’s world. People with language skills are sought to work in different departments of government as well as in the private sector.
At the Harris Garrard Academy, we believe that it is increasingly important to be able to give pupils the basic skills needed to communicate with people who do not speak English. Students will also learn to appreciate different countries, cultures, communities and people. By making comparisons, they gain insight into their own culture and society.
For further details of the Modern Foreign Languages curriculum please contact Jimison Rivo j.rivo@harrisgarrard.org.uk
Full details of the intent, implementation and impact of our Modern Foreigm Languages curriculum are contained in our curriculum plans, downloadable from the bottom of the page.
View/download medium term plans for all subjects. These are up to date as of 1st September 2021. Plans will be refreshed every term.
You can also download Knowledge Organisers for each year group from our Knowledge Organisers page.
Careers
The demand for language skills is increasing in the ever-widening global market and the mobility of the workforce means that we are constantly in competition for jobs where even a basic knowledge of another language is growing in importance and is considered a distinct advantage.
Not only does research suggest that language graduates are generally more employable than their counterparts but there are plenty of career opportunities for those who want to use languages in their profession. These include:
- Translation
- Interpretation
- Tourism
- International companies
- Banking
- Education
Find out more about the careers programme at Harris Garrard Academy.
