Globalisation has changed everything about the way we work, travel and are educated. The job market today is unrecognisable from that of even a decade ago and we can only imagine what it will be like a decade from now. As part of a global community, Britain welcomes migrants from around the globe to join its job market. Young adults are, therefore, increasingly required to speak a second language and have the skills to pick up a third and fourth.
Through group 2 subjects students develop skills in the acquisition and use of language in a range of contexts and for different purposes. They gain an understanding of another culture through the study of its language.
Group 2 subjects: English, French, German, Latin, Russian, Spanish, Mandarin.



Our World Challenge expedition in July began in eSwatini, where students immersed themselves in local culture before undertaking several days of community project work at a neighbourhood care point supported by World Challenge.
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| Saturday, September 12 2026 | OB Reunion Pre-1990s, 10.30am Leavers' Reunion Service, Lunch 12:45pm, 10:00am-2:00pm |
| Saturday, September 12 2026 | Prep School and Senior School 'Saturday Activities' begin |
| Saturday, September 12 2026 | Page House Barbecue |
| Sunday, September 13 2026 | Chapel Readings: Housman Hall |
| Monday, September 14 2026 | Pre-Prep P.E and Swimming for Years 1 & 2 |







