MFL

Intent

Our goal is to inspire a passion for learning a second language while fostering an appreciation for the multilingual and multicultural world we live in. Through dynamic and engaging lessons, we strive to build children’s confidence in language learning, empowering them to communicate effectively and enhance their interpersonal skills. We believe that introducing a foreign language in primary school offers invaluable educational, social, and cultural benefits, laying a strong foundation for continued language learning in secondary school and beyond.

Additionally, we emphasize how learning an additional language, such as French, deepens students’ understanding of English grammar, linguistics, and vocabulary by drawing meaningful comparisons between the two. By introducing young learners to a second language early, we provide them with the opportunity to achieve greater fluency and unlock countless professional and personal opportunities in the future.

Implementation

French is the chosen language and is taught half-termly across Key Stage Two.  Lessons are designed to be fun and engaging, incorporating games and songs. By the end of Year 6, we aim for pupils to be ready for further language studies in secondary school and prepared to engage with the wider world.

 

Impact

At the start of each year, the children revisit previous learning to evaluate what has been retained from previous years, establishing a baseline for their learning. The primary focus is developing children's confidence in speaking French - aligning with our school's emphasis on oracy. Children uses French books to record key vocabulary and complete written tasks, as well as speaking skills which are assessed by teachers to reinforce their learning and provide a tangible record of the pupil's progress.

MFL LTP

MFL LTP

National curriculum guidance

National curriculum for MFL

Intent 

Why French? 

Over 221 million people speak French across all five continents. It is the second most widely learned language after English and the sixth most widely spoken in the world. Learning French offers an insight into French culture, mentality and way of life. It promotes positive attitudes and respect towards people who are different to us. It encourages a more responsible and connected worldview.  

Implementation 

How is it organised? 

The objectives we choose are taken from National Curriculum and planned through Cultureteque. This ensures a single and consistent approach throughout the school. Cultureteque is a scheme that sets out weekly lessons. Its coverage can be seen on each year group LTP.  French is taught in a combination of weekly lessons and drop down days. Additional fun and creative activities are also planned alongside. Sometimes work in books is encouraged but a lot of the curriculum is oracy focussed with a specific emphasis on speaking and listening. The sequence of learning is planned to build on previous skills and continually recaps on learning throughout.

Impact 

How does it benefit children? 

Skills like problem solving, listening and memory are improved by learning another language. Understanding of language is very useful for grammar and spelling in English. It also enables children to communicate with people all over the world and cultivate their creativity.

Samples of work

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5