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United Kingdom, Bishop's Stortford
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All students study at least two modern foreign languages from Year 7. Languages available include French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin, and Italian. Many students go on to study three languages at IGCSE level. The IB Diploma allows students to continue studying languages at Higher or Standard Level.
While the primary language of instruction is English, the school's commitment to languages means students are immersed in multiple languages daily. Some subjects may incorporate target language use, particularly in the IB MYP phase where language acquisition is central.
International exchange programmes with partner schools in France, Germany, Spain, and Japan provide immersive language experiences. These trips typically last one to two weeks and involve students attending lessons at the host school. Language-specific residential trips further support immersion learning.
Hockerill Anglo-European College is a state boarding and day school in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, for students aged 11 to 18. It is one of a small number of state boarding schools in England, meaning tuition is free but boarding fees apply. The college is an authorised IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme and IB Middle Years Programme alongside Cambridge IGCSEs. Languages are central to school life, with every student studying at least two modern foreign languages. The school is known for its strong international outlook, with students from over 20 countries. The campus includes a purpose-built languages centre, music school, and modern science facilities.
