Modern Foreign Languages (French)

Through a range of engaging educational activities which focus on developing language awareness and practising listening and speaking micro-skills, we will enable our pupils to grow into confident linguists who can perform real world communicative tasks with spontaneity and fluency. By continuously revisiting vocabulary and empowering pupils on the very best techniques that support memory, we'll nurture confidence in their ability, creating a positive mindset in language acquisition, regardless of their linguistic background.

We will practise the four key skills of communication - speaking, listening, reading and writing – whilst also offering regular opportunities for students to discover the cultures of different countries.  We use new technologies both in lessons and for home learning. Students will be engaged and learn through games, group work, role play, competitions and a variety of apps.

Why is MFL important?

Our intent is that all pupils will develop a genuine interest and positive curiosity about foreign languages, finding them enjoyable and stimulating. Learning a second language also offers pupils the opportunity to explore relationships between language and identity, develop a deeper understanding of other cultures and the world around them with a better awareness of self, others, and cultural differences. The intention is that they will be working towards becoming life-long language learners. We aim to ensure that pupils of all abilities develop solid foundations in the key language learning skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in order to properly prepare them for the next stage of their language learning journey.

How is MFL taught?

The lessons are designed to motivate, captivate, and interest children from the very first moment. They have clear, achievable objectives and incorporate different learning styles. SEN children have access to the curriculum through variation of task, grouping or support from an adult. Each lesson will focus on a combination of the 5 key language learning skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar).