“Languages have been an integral part of shaping the person I am today. From my childhood in Portugal, where languages helped me to make friends and understand and thrive in different cultural communities, to communicating effectively with my teammates and coaches in my football career today.
People don’t always expect me to be able to speak so many languages, but I enjoy the process of learning them and the world of possibilities it opens up.”
- Eric Dier
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Watch our full interview with Eric Dier on his language learning journey
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Watch the full student Q&A session with Eric Dier at Regent High School
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Resources and guidance
To support you in teaching the 2024 MFL GCSEs, we offer a variety of different resources and guidance to make the transition to the new qualification as smooth as possible.
Our qualification
Our 2024 MFL GCSEs not only combine real-world content with transparent and accessible assessments, but also include vocabulary and thematic contexts that reflect diverse student experiences.
Insights & Research
We worked with a variety of students, teachers and language sector experts to create a qualification that is accessible to all students and ensures they will be able to perform to the best of their ability.
Languages in life
Hear from a range of graduates and language enthusiasts on the countless benefits of language learning, including its influence on career development beyond the classroom.