Spanish has overtaken French as the most popular foreign language at GCSE, figures suggest. Provisional data for England shows exam entries for French GCSE this summer are down by 1.9%, from 130,650 ...

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If current trends continue, the subject could overtake French in the near future to become the most popular GCSE language. It may also be seen as easier for some students to pick up than other ...

Spanish on the rise, French in decline and German ‘in danger of extinction’ Spanish is expected to overtake French as the main foreign language studied in classrooms in England in the next few years, ...

Spanish has become the most popular foreign language for GCSE students after overtaking French for the first time. The popularity of Spain as a holiday destination, as well as its standing as a ...

More teenagers may be taking GCSE Spanish because Spain is a popular holiday destination and the language is more relatable, it has been suggested. It may also be seen as easier for some students to ...

The overall number of entries for this summer’s exams for both GCSEs and A-levels has decreased, according to data published on Thursday (David Davies/PA) Spanish has overtaken French as the most ...