Edexcel International GCSE Spanish (2017)

Supporting success in Spanish
Our Edexcel 9-1 International GCSE Spanish specification and support materials have been developed with the help of teachers, higher education representatives and subject expert groups.
The qualification supports seamless progression to further study, with up-to-date content reflecting the latest thinking in the subject. It is comparable to the UK reformed GCSEs in terms of the level of demand and assessment standards.
With the introduction of a new 9-1 grading scale for GCSEs in England, the A* grade available for the current Edexcel International GCSEs does not neatly align with the top grade 9. Grade 9 represents a higher level of attainment than the current A* grade.
After extensive consultation with schools and wider stakeholders, we have taken the decision to introduce the 9-1 grading scale for the updated suite of Edexcel International GCSEs. This is to give the very highest performers the opportunity to achieve a grade 9, rewarding outstanding academic achievement.
We will provide you with a wider range of teaching and learning materials, resources and training to support the best possible learner outcomes, in time for first teaching. This support includes schemes of work, comprehensive textbooks and interactive resources, digital services and tailored Edexcel International GCSE teacher training. This will complement the wider Pearson support available for Edexcel qualifications, such as ResultsPlus, ResultsPlus Direct, and Exam Wizard.
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Specification
- Qualification type:
- International GCSE
- Level:
- Level 1/2
- Subject:
- Spanish
- Specification codes:
- 4SP1
- Availability:
- International and UK independent schools ?International GCSEs are not approved for use in UK state schools, but can be taught in independent schools.
- First teaching:
- 2017
- First assessment:
- 2019
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Why choose this specification?
The Edexcel International GCSE in Spanish specification offers a 100% examination format via three Edexcel-marked units. Covering all four language skills - listening, reading, writing and speaking - it’s designed as a two-year course for teaching in international schools and colleges and UK independent schools.
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