The Modern Foreign Languages department aims to develop students’ language skills and cultural awareness to inspire them to engage in a multicultural world and become lifelong language learners.
Students choose to study either French or Spanish.
Year 7
This year involves studying the patterns of the language as well as finding out about the culture behind the words. Students are encouraged to speak, write, read, and listen to French or Spanish in a range of interactions with the teacher and one another. They gradually acquire a range of good vocabulary that will enable them to use it in real-life short communications.
Topics: My life, my free time, my school, my town, holidays and the French/ Spanish speaking world and culture.
Year 8
During this year students build on cultural and linguistic knowledge developed in year 7 and embed key language skills. They focus on producing written and spoken language from memory at a faster pace to improve fluency whilst deepening their knowledge and application of different time frames. Students develop their cultural knowledge throughout the year.
Topics: Holidays, free time- TV, films and internet, food and healthy living, inviting people out, buying clothes and souvenirs, music and festivals.
Year 9
Year 9 is about being inspired to take language learning further. Students reflect on and enhance knowledge and skills learnt at KS3. Students gain awareness of the use of language for the future, particularly in the context of Education and Work, as well as Global issues concerning young people whilst building their cultural awareness of Spain and France. Students build a communicative repertoire to express ideas and interact with others whilst equipping themselves with key skills in preparation for the GCSE.
Topics: My life- family and friends, education, work and careers, young people- rights, fair trade, environment, visiting France or Spain.
Students in year 8 and 9 have the opportunity to take part in a trip to France or Spain in the Summer term.
