LANGUAGE | SPANISH

Spanish Programme

At the KIS, we recognize the importance of learning a second language, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive Spanish curriculum that fosters linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding. Our Spanish program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the Spanish language, while also exposing them to the rich diversity of Spanish-speaking cultures around the world.

We believe in the importance of early language learning. That’s why we offer Spanish as a foreign language for beginners from Year 3 to Year 6 in our Primary Spanish Curriculum. Our program is designed to introduce students to the Spanish language and culture in a dynamic and engaging way.

Key Features of our Primary Spanish Curriculum:

  1. Language Skills Development: In our Primary Spanish classes, students will work on developing their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills. Through interactive activities, games, and exercises, students will gradually build a solid foundation in the Spanish language.
  2. Cultural Exploration: Our Primary Spanish Curriculum goes beyond language learning. We expose students to the rich and diverse cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Students will learn about customs, traditions, music, and art fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of different cultures.
  3. Academic, Fun, and Dynamic Classes: Our experienced Spanish teachers create a positive and supportive learning environment where students feel motivated and engaged. Classes are designed to be academic, fun, and dynamic, focusing on interactive learning activities that make language acquisition enjoyable.
  • Events: Hong Kong Spanish Speech and Culture Festival (HKSSCF) The Korean International School takes part in the Hispanic Culture Festival every year in Hong Kong. This is a great opportunity for our students to develop their interest in the Spanish language and Hispanic cultural and artistic expressions.

By participating in our Primary Spanish Curriculum, students will develop a basic foundation in the Spanish language and gain cultural awareness that will benefit them in their future language-learning endeavours.

We recognise the importance of learning a second language, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive Spanish curriculum that fosters linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding. Our Spanish program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the Spanish language, while also exposing them to the rich diversity of Spanish-speaking cultures around the world.

In Secondary we offer Spanish in Key Stage 3 (Year 7 to Year 9) and Key Stage 4 (Year 10 & Year 11).

Key Stage 3 (Year 7 to Year 9)

At our school, we offer a comprehensive Spanish program as part of our Secondary curriculum. In Key Stage 3, we offer Spanish as a Foreign Language. This program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the language, preparing them for further studies and for the IGCSE examination. We offer two different groups to cater to students’ varying levels of proficiency.  Both groups aim for the IGCSE exams in Y11 for Spanish as a Foreign Language (0530).

  • Group 1. Beginner Course: For students who are new to learning Spanish, we offer a beginner course to help them develop a solid understanding of the language. This course starts from the basics and progresses systematically, enabling students to acquire essential vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills.
  • Group 2. Advanced Level: This group is tailored for students who have previously studied Spanish in Primary School or have a strong foundation in the language. It focuses on building upon their existing knowledge and expanding their language skills to an advanced level.

Key Features of our Secondary Spanish Curriculum: both groups

  1. Language Skills Development: In Key Stage 3, students will work on developing their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills. Students will gradually build a solid foundation in the Spanish language.
  2. Lessons: Throughout the Key Stage 3 Spanish program, students will enhance their listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills through a variety of engaging activities, practice exercises, and interactive projects.
  3. Cultural Exploration: Our Secondary Spanish Curriculum goes beyond language learning. We expose students to the rich and diverse cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Students will learn about customs, traditions, music, and art fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of different cultures.
  4. Events: Hong Kong Spanish Speech and Culture Festival (HKSSCF) The Korean International School takes part in the Hispanic Culture Festival every year in Hong Kong. This is a great opportunity for our students to develop their interest in the Spanish language and Hispanic cultural and artistic expressions.

Key Stage 4 (Year 10 to Year 11)

In Key Stage 4, we offer Spanish as a Foreign Language course designed to prepare students for success in the IGCSE examinations for Spanish as a foreign language (0530). This course focuses on advanced language skills and a deeper understanding of the cultural aspects associated with the Spanish-speaking world. The students joining this course need to have a basic foundation in Spanish or already completed the key stage 3 curriculum.

Throughout the Key Stage 4 Spanish program, students will enhance their listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills through a variety of engaging activities, practice exercises, and interactive projects.