French Intent

The intention of the French curriculum is that children are taught to develop an interest in learning other languages in a way that is enjoyable and stimulating. We strive to inspire and encourage children’s curiosity about languages. Links are made in planning to develop their awareness of cultural differences in other countries. We endeavour to embed the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing which are necessary to enable children to use and apply their French learning in a variety of contexts as well as lay the foundations for future language learning.

Our MFL curriculum is designed to progressively develop children’s skills in languages. Children acquire, use and apply a growing bank of vocabulary organised around topics. We use the Early Start’s multimedia packs in Primary French to ensure coverage and progression across school. All our children in KS2 will have regular language lessons.

The whole school also holds an annual European day of Language and an International day of language to provide further opportunities to inspire and encourage children’s curiosity about languages. Visitors invited to the school share different languages and cultures with the classes.