Head of Spanish & Italian
Experienced teaching staff
Molly, our Head of Italian, radiates a passion for Italian literary masterpieces. Beyond the classroom, she loves white water kayaking, climbing, hiking, skiing, and sea kayaking.
With Molly as their guide, pupils embark on an exhilarating Italian journey of language, culture, and unforgettable adventures.
Curriculum: IBDP Italian Ab Initio (Standard Level)
Italian ab initio (‘from the beginning’) is a standard-level language learning course for pupils with no prior experience in the language. Over two years, pupils will acquire the language skills necessary for everyday social interaction while developing a basic understanding of Italian culture.
The course focuses on five themes: Identities, Experiences, Human Ingenuity, Social Organisation, and Sharing the Planet, ensuring a comprehensive linguistic and cultural exploration.
Italian Beyond the classroom
Immersing pupils in Italian culture is essential for enhancing their learning. In collaboration with the History of Art department, our biennial trip to Italy takes pupils on a journey through Florence, Rome, Venice, and Padua.
Beyond Bryanston
Italian’s global relevance ensures pupils have a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world.
By studying Italian, pupils lay a strong foundation for further studies in Italian language, literature, or cultural studies at university. Some pupils combine Italian with other subjects, such as Business or Marketing, while others pursue higher education in Italy.
Mastering Italian also opens up exciting career prospects. Pupils can explore opportunities in tourism, international business, translation, teaching, fashion, gastronomy, and art.
With Italian language skills and cultural understanding, pupils can thrive in a globalised world and pursue diverse and fulfilling careers.
