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Invite a Young Goethe Ambassador

Inviting a Young Goethe Ambassador (YGA) into your classroom is a simple and effective way to motivate pupils to learn German and discover the wider world of languages. Planning a visit is very easy: teachers simply complete the short registration form, and the Goethe‑Institut matches your school with an ambassador nearby your school.

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Young Goethe Ambassadors are young language enthusiasts aged 14 up to university level who bring authentic, peer‑to‑peer perspectives directly into schools. They share their own experiences of learning German, travelling to German‑speaking countries, and exploring study or internship opportunities abroad while helping pupils discover the excitement and relevance of learning languages.

For Primary Schools

The programme is particularly valuable for primary schools, whether they already teach German or are looking to introduce it. It helps schools present languages—especially German—in a fun and accessible way, sparking early enthusiasm for language learning. Ambassadors help younger pupils build positive first impressions of German by bringing culture, personal stories, and interactive elements into the classroom.

For Secondary Schools

For secondary schools, YGA visits play an important role in motivating pupils to continue with a language—especially German—at GCSE, National Fives, A‑level, Highers, and beyond. Ambassadors help demystify language pathways and show how multilingualism creates real opportunities for study, travel, and work.

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