Modern Foreign Languages

Why should I choose to study Modern Foreign Languages?

Not only does a Modern Foreign Language GCSE encourage the disciplined study of the target language, but it also promotes the development of oral, written, research, and editing skills. One of the main attractions of a modern foreign language degree is the opportunity to study or work abroad.

Learning a modern foreign language also gives an insight into different cultures and provides an opportunity to work in international affairs or a global company.

How will I be examined?

• Paper 1 - Speaking (25% of final grade)

• Paper 2 - Listening (25% of final grade)

• Paper 3 - Reading (25% of final grade)

• Paper 4 - Writing (25% of final grade)

What will I study?

Thematic Contexts

• My personal world 

• Lifestyle and wellbeing 

• My neighbourhood 

• Media and technology

• Studying and my future 

• Travel and tourism

With the thematic contexts above, pupils are able to use the specified grammar and vocabulary to speak, listen, read and

write about the following subjects:

Recommended text books, additional reading and online resources

• Pearson Edexcel GCSE Spanish Foundation textbook, Authors: Silvia Gómez, Christopher Lillington, Leanda Reeves, Publisher: Pearson

• Pearson Edexcel GCSE Spanish Higher textbook, Authors: Silvia Gómez, Christopher Lillington, Leanda Reeves, Publisher: Pearson

• Pearson Edexcel GCSE Spanish Revision Guide, Publisher: Pearson

• Pearson Edexcel GCSE Spanish Revision Workbook, Publisher: Pearson

• BBC Bitesize - Spanish - Edexcel (for exams from 2026)