Spanish A Level
at Darrick Wood School, Orpington · school or sixth form
What the college says
During this course, you will study one authentic Spanish-language book and one Spanish-language film alongside aspects of the contemporary societies, cultural backgrounds and heritages of Spanish-speaking countries. You will also have opportunities to develop your understanding and awareness of spiritual, moral, ethical, environmental, health and political issues. You will extend and develop your knowledge of the grammar and vocabulary of Spanish and will use this to speak, write, read and listen to the language. In addition, you will also be able to equip yourself with transferable skills such as autonomy, resourcefulness, creativity, critical thinking, and linguistic, cultural and cognitive flexibility that will enable you to proceed to further study or to employment.
What you need to get on
6 in Spanish 5 in English
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Darrick Wood Sixth Form
LOVIBONDS AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8ER
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · ORPINGTON
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