Language Learning in England

The video discusses language learning among students in England, highlighting the limited language options in many state schools. It features students from Prince Henry's Grammar School in Leeds, who share the benefits of learning multiple languages, such as increased job opportunities and cultural understanding. The video also addresses the popularity of French, Spanish, and German, noting the challenges in teaching German despite its importance for UK trade. The British Council's plans to establish language hub schools aim to boost language education, particularly in German, and support students with home languages.

Which languages does Lois study?

• French, German, and Spanish

• French, German, and British Sign Language

• German and French

• Chinese, German, and Spanish

What did the British Council's Language Trends survey reveal about state schools?

• All pupils study a language at GCSE level

• Most state schools do not teach any foreign languages

• Two in three state schools teach only one modern foreign language

• All state schools teach multiple languages

Why do students at Prince Henry's Grammar believe learning languages is beneficial?

• It allows them to travel for free

• It helps them work abroad and communicate in different countries

• It is a requirement for all jobs

• It is easier than other subjects

Which language is considered difficult but simple once the rules are understood?

• Spanish

• French

• German

• Chinese

What are some transferable skills gained from learning languages?

• Mathematics, science, and history

• Driving, swimming, and cycling

• Cooking, dancing, and singing

• Resilience, confidence, and analytical thinking

Which three languages are most commonly taught in schools?

• Chinese, Japanese, and Korean

• French, Spanish, and German

• Arabic, Hindi, and Urdu

• Italian, Portuguese, and Russian

Why is the teaching of German considered important?

• All students prefer learning German

• German is the easiest language to learn

• Germany is a major trading partner of the UK

• German is the only language taught at GCSE level

What percentage of secondary state schools teach German at GCSE level?

• 89%

• 38%

• 76%

• 50%

What is the goal of the new Consortium for Languages?

• To set up 25 language hub schools and boost German teaching

• To eliminate language learning in schools

• To reduce the number of language teachers

• To teach only French and Spanish

How many partner schools will each language hub school have?

• Twelve

• Ten

• Seven

• Five