【英国文化教育协会】2024年英格兰语言趋势报告_40页_933kb

Language Trends England 2024: Analysis

The 2024 survey reveals both strengths and challenges across primary and secondary language teaching in England. French remains dominant in primary schools (64%), but its share has decreased by nearly 10% since 2023; Latin has risen in the 'top four' languages. Implementation of the EBacc curriculum creates tension with language uptake, and GCSE reforms (2024) for French, German, and Spanish aim to use high-frequency vocabulary but face criticism. Teacher recruitment poses issues for 60% of schools, while only 10% of state primary and 22% of secondary schools utilize NCLE language hubs.

National Curricula & Enrollment

• Primary schools show strong adherence to statutory language requirements (99%), but curriculum time remains constrained.
• State secondary schools report minimal uptake progression for languages (62% state little change), compounded by low examination availability.

International Engagement

• Primary international engagement decreased from 2023, with fewer schools involved in partnerships and projects.
• State schools' international collaborations have declined, while independent schools have higher levels; the Turing Scheme shows poor uptake.

Teacher Perspectives & Resources

79% of primary schools rely on commercial resources, though 80% desire more time and specialized staff; Latin is increasingly taught (16.4%), with teachers prioritizing shared vocabulary frameworks.

Independent School Education

• Independent schools dedicate more class time (KS4: 2.5 hours) yet face recruitment issues and higher costs.
• German is more secure in independent schools (76%) but shows declining uptake at A-level.

Primary schools emphasize plurilingual approaches, while schools face ongoing pressure from curriculum constraints and teacher shortages to maintain and enhance language education.