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08/07/25

We are looking forward to welcoming our prospective parents and carers to our Open Evening. 📌Important Notice for Current Parents/Carers: To support preparations for the evening: 🔷Students will be dismissed on Thursday at 12.45 🔷The school day will begin at 10.30 am on Friday https://t.co/4FhrLhip13

08/07/25

We were thrilled to welcome yesterday a performance of Around The World in 80 Days! This dynamic and engaging show gave our Drama students a fantastic opportunity to experience the magic of live theatre up close. A huge thank you to the performers! 👏🎭#HASUDrama pic.twitter.com/ihLyHaKb7B

01/07/25

🎉Join us for the HASU Open Evening on 10th July, 4pm-7 pm! Discover what makes HASU special, meet our amazing team, and explore all the opportunities waiting for you. 🎟️Book your tickets now👇https://t.co/S4pwe6qzA0 See you there!#HASUOpenEvening pic.twitter.com/A0L3QPLS4E

30/06/25

Good luck to our incredible Year 11s! Whether you're heading into sixth form, college, apprenticeships or something entirely new! Your journey is just beginning, and we know you'll continue to do amazing things. Go out there and make your mark!#Year11 pic.twitter.com/jF2AQDFHxW

30/06/25

🎓This morning we welcomed our Year 11s for their last ever assembly at HASU. We’re so proud of how far they’ve come and we can’t wait to see them shine one more time at Prom this evening!#HASUClassOf2025 pic.twitter.com/8QT6JiH6wD

27/06/25

HASU at the UK Championships 2025 thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters who helped up get here. 2026 season here we come! Watch this space! pic.twitter.com/yFXbE7twNJ

26/06/25

🤖Our amazing team left for the Nationals at iconic CopperBoxArena. They'll be competing alongside 64 top teams from across the UK in the world's largest student robotics movement. Good luck! We are all cheering you on!#MoreThenRobots pic.twitter.com/BKHCd1x3u9

23/06/25

Our Y7 students are stepping back in time today at the Tudor Festival . They're soaking up history where kings and queens once walked. A truly unforgettable way to bring history lessons to life! 🏰 pic.twitter.com/q5J29KwAvl

20/06/25

Congratulations to , who received the award for Trust Team of the Year – 10 schools or more. 🎉#TesAwards pic.twitter.com/qMdcdho3sU

20/06/25

Congratulations to , who received the award for Trust Team of the Year – 10 schools or more. 🎉#TesAwards pic.twitter.com/qMdcdho3sU

20/06/25

HASU STEM at the congratulations to everyone who made it here tonight! Shortlist “Best Use Of Technology” pic.twitter.com/lgnLo1xy5O

19/06/25

🌟 Happy Day! To all our incredible HASU teachers, your dedication, compassion, and wisdom shape lives every day. You teach, you lead, you inspire. We see you, we appreciate you, we thank you!🩵🩷👩‍🏫👨‍🏫#HASU pic.twitter.com/QzjDlhis8B

12/06/25

The scores are in! Congratulations UREY HOUSE! thank you all for coming down to support HASU Robotics at the Bake Sale today! pic.twitter.com/1OD8eCqg2w

12/06/25

⚽️ Lunchtime just got competitive at HASU! Thanks to our new football tables, students and staff are going head-to-head in epic matches during breaks! ⚽️👏🌟 pic.twitter.com/BIuHcglK14

12/06/25

📚 Our incredible librarians wrapped up the Year with a magical visit to the Harry Potter Studio Tour yesterday! A well deserved reward for their hard work. 👏 🌟📚#ThankYouLibrarians pic.twitter.com/5jEgakmRNZ

11/06/25

Its house week at and the HASU Robotics Society are mixing up a treat for the school community. Don’t miss out on the house themed bake sale tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/xg44478Blc

11/06/25

Well done to our 6 form students who competed yesterday at Federation Sports Day. A big shout out to Josh, who ran a PB to become Federation 200m Champion. Also to the boys 4x100m runners who comfortably took gold. Well done! 👏🌟 pic.twitter.com/PiO5884VcT

11/06/25

🎉HASU House Week is in full swing! Get ready for Guess the Number, Nintendo Switch play time, Lollie Letters to friends, Dodgeball battles, and of course... DONUTS! 🍩🔥 Which House will take the crown this week? Let the games begin! 🏆💥 pic.twitter.com/2AlQr98hSP

04/06/25

The sun is out, smiles all round! HASU Robotics are proud to present our team kit sponsor for INTO THE DEEP 2024 - 2025 SEASON! Thank you so much for your support ! We love it! See you all at the Copper Box Arena! pic.twitter.com/YeVsXATWd4

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What is Spanish? 

Spanish at Harris Academy Sutton is the study of the Spanish language and culture.  Through learning Spanish, we promote students’ curiosity and deepen their understanding of different countries’ peoples, culture, history, literature and art whilst developing their ability to communicate effectively and comprehend the language.   

Why do we teach Spanish? 

Languages provide a gateway to other cultures and the world around us. Learning a foreign language takes learners on a voyage of discovery and provides an opening to other cultures. 

With more than 437 million native speakers, across twenty-one countries, Spanish is one of the most important languages in the world. Therefore, learning a language such as Spanish opens many doors for the learners.

Through our comprehensive language’s curriculum at Harris Academy Sutton, we: 

  • develop students’ understanding of themselves socially and in the context of an international environment as well as provide enjoyment and intellectual stimulation. 
  • enable pupils to communicate effectively and confidently in the foreign language. 
  • inspire pupils to extend and pursue language learning outside the classroom. 
  • prepare our pupils to be competent global citizens through their knowledge of languages and appreciation of foreign cultures.  

How do we teach Spanish at Key Stage 3? 

Our teachers are committed to develop our students’ literacy through the ability to use language effectively for purposes of practical communication; to offer insights into the culture and civilisation of countries where the language is spoken; to encourage positive attitudes to foreign language learning and to speakers of foreign languages. 

When students arrive at our school, they have had a variety of different experiences in relation to their learning of a Modern Foreign Language. Therefore, the department of Languages and Culture at Harris Academy Sutton offers all students the opportunity to study Spanish, regardless of their level of achievement. 

Teaching is focused on developing the pupils’ competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing, based on a foundation of core grammar and vocabulary. At KS3, all students are encouraged to form a sound base of the skills, language and attitudes required for further study and practical implementation as they move into Key Stage 4 where the application of tenses and longer sentences as well as more complex grammar are crucial for success.

The way we teach languages at Harris Academy Sutton is by its nature very accessible. In order to develop confident language learners, lessons are taught in the target language and pupils learn to use the target language from the onset. This is achieved through routines, games and songs.  At Harris Academy Sutton, we believe that in order to learn the language, one needs to also learn and understand the culture and history of the countries where the language is spoken. As such, developing a knowledge of the Spanish culture is embedded throughout the curriculum. 

How do we teach Spanish at Key Stage 4? 

The vast majority of students will study Spanish at GCSE as part of our broad and balanced Key Stage 4 curriculum.

Our KS3 curriculum prepares students for the demands of this course due to its spiralled nature. Students consolidate the learning that has taken place in Key Stage 3 and more focus is placed on the GCSE exam criteria. In addition, the curriculum continues to expand students' cultural knowledge whilst developing their language skills at the same time. More complex vocabulary and grammatical structures are taught in order for all students to be able to aspire to achieve a Grade 9. Students cover the topics which form part of the three themes assessed at GCSE – Identity and Culture, Local, National, International and Global; Areas of Interest and Current and Future Study and Employment. Students are given strategies and techniques for completion of each of the GCSE papers and Mock Exams are sat at several points throughout the two-year course.

What exam board do we study at Key Stage 4? 

Students studying Spanish at HASU follow the AQA syllabus which continues to build on the premise that learning a language can bring many benefits.

Students study all of the following themes on which the assessments are based. 

Theme 1: Identity and culture

Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest

Theme 3: Current and future study and employment

This specification can be found here.

How can you help your child in Spanish

Independent study outside of lessons is a crucial element of learning a modern foreign language which will improve attainment and ensure students are making good progress. As a parent you may or may not have any understanding of the Spanish language. However, NO language knowledge is necessary!

  • It is very helpful to check that the students are completing their homework and studying their weekly Spanish vocabulary.  

  • Testing your son or daughter on the words, phrases and golden questions can be helpful and give you a real indication of how they are getting on. 

  • Watching films and TV Shows in Spanish and listening to music in Spanish with your child can be helpful in developing their understanding and confidence in the language. 

Helpful Websites and Further Information

We recommend several online resources to help students with their independent learning and consolidation of material encountered in lessons. In addition, online platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube all provide access to series/films/clips in the foreign language. 

Please find below some websites and resources which students should be using at home or in their free time.  

 
www.linguascope.com 

 (FREE subscriber app also available on iOS [iPad], Android [tablet]) The department subscribes to this website which is a helpful and fun way to revise vocabulary through different games and activities, sorted by topic.  

Elementary is aimed at 6-12 year olds, Beginner is aimed at 9-14 and Intermediate is aimed at ages 13-16. 

Students are given the username and password by their teacher. 

www.quizlet.com 

(also available as an app on iOS, Android) 

This website enables students to create flashcards to revise vocabulary on a computer and on smartphones/ tablets. They can access their weekly vocabulary lists which are created by the department. Quizlet features games, activities and tests to enable students to practise and see their progress. 

www.languagesonline.org.uk 

This is a useful website created by teachers which allow students to practise both vocabulary and grammar – this is particularly useful for students struggling with tenses. 

www.senorjordan.com/los-videos/ 

This very useful website provides detailed explanations of key grammar concepts in Spanish. 

www.bbc.co.uk/languages/spanish/ 

This website provides students with useful videos and links to other resources which will help to develop the students’ knowledge of the language.