MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENT
The Modern Languages Department at St. Ronan’s College nurtures a love of learning about languages and culture, both our own and others. Our subject forms a key part of St. Ronan’s commitment to supporting all students to become well-rounded citizens of both our local area and the world, who show mutual respect, compassion and understanding when encountering cultural and linguistic points of interest and difference. We do this though high-quality provision, supported by a curriculum which values continuous learning as part of reaching personal fulfilment. Our lessons, focused on communication, place fun and inclusivity at the forefront of what we do. Our dedicated team of Languages teachers support all learners to be their best, celebrating our students as individuals, whilst also valuing their place in the collective world around us.
STAFF
- Miss C Mulvenna – Head of Modern Languages, Co-ordinator of French, Teacher of French and Spanish
- Mr C Heaney – Co-ordinator of Spanish
- Mr N McParland – Teacher of French and Spanish
- Mr P McCann – Teacher of Spanish
- Mrs M Greene – Teacher of Geography and French
- Mr B Greene – Teacher of Music and French
- Mrs Rosaleen McSloy – Teacher of English and French
- Mrs A Tennyson: Teacher of Irish
KS3 CURRICULUM
Year 8 pupils choose two out of a possible three languages – French, Irish and Spanish. They continue with these languages until the end of Year 10. The Modern Languages department provides a comprehensive introduction to Spanish, French and Irish. Emphasis is on speaking and listening skills, whilst establishing a good understanding of the spelling systems of all three languages using reading and writing tasks.
We currently offer GCSE Spanish, French and Irish using the CCEA exam board. Pupils can sit examinations at both Higher and Foundation levels, and are assessed in all four skill areas. Assessment is through examination only.
Listening (25%)
Reading (25%)
Speaking (25%)
Writing (25%)
KS5 CURRICULUM
At Post 16, AS and A2 courses in Spanish, French and Irish are offered by St Ronan s College depending on uptake. On occasion, collaboration through the Craigavon Area Learning Community takes place to allow pupils to access these courses. At both AS and A2, pupils study literary, historical or cultural topics as well as developing their skills in listening, use of language, translation, comprehension and general conversation.
EXTRA CURRICULAR
Pupils studying languages participate in a range of quizzes, theatre trips, cinema visits and public speaking competitions throughout the year. Pupils also have the opportunity to attend games clubs, film afternoons and themed events.
CAREER PATHWAYS
A good understanding in Modern Languages provides a solid skill set in a range of professions both locally and globally. With a qualification in French, Spanish, Irish or other languages, pupils can access a range of careers such as:
Travel and Tourism
International Business
Computing with Languages
International Politics
Public Relations
Marketing
Interpretation
Translation
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