Modern Foreign Languages

Intent 

Curriculum design, coverage and appropriateness 

• Develop pupils' enjoyment of language learning and foster a positive attitude towards exploring other languages and cultures.
• Build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing in French.
• Develop an understanding of French language, culture and traditions.
• Provide a progressive curriculum that enables pupils to acquire and apply key vocabulary, grammar and language structures.
• Encourage children to communicate effectively and take risks when speaking in a foreign language.
• Prepare pupils for a successful transition to Key Stage 3 languages by equipping them with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to continue their language learning journey.

Implementation 

Curriculum delivery 

Teaching (pedagogy) 

Assessment (formative and summative)  

This is implemented by:

• Delivering French throughout Key Stage 2 using the Kapow French scheme of work, which provides full coverage of the National Curriculum and clear progression in language knowledge and skills.
• Teaching French through a two-year mixed-age cycle, with separate programmes for Years 3 and 4 and Years 5 and 6, ensuring progression and avoiding repetition of content. Topics include greetings, numbers, food, family, transport, weather and French culture.
• Providing opportunities for pupils to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through engaging and interactive lessons.
• Teaching vocabulary and grammar in meaningful contexts so that pupils can apply their learning confidently.
• Using the Kapow curriculum framework to support staff subject knowledge and confidence, ensuring consistent, high-quality teaching across the school.
• Regularly revisiting and building upon previously taught vocabulary and language structures to strengthen long-term retention.
• Assessing pupils' understanding through ongoing formative assessment and adapting teaching to support progress.

Impact 

Attainment and progress (including national tests and assessments) 

• Pupils demonstrate enthusiasm and confidence when learning and using French.
• Children develop a secure understanding of key vocabulary, grammatical structures and language-learning skills appropriate to their stage of learning.
• Pupils are able to communicate simple ideas and information in French through speaking, listening, reading and writing activities.
• Children develop an appreciation of French culture and gain a broader understanding of the wider world.
• Teachers have increased confidence in delivering the French curriculum through the use of a structured and progressive scheme of work.
• Pupils leave Lealholm with the confidence, knowledge and skills required to make a successful transition to Key Stage 3 language learning.
• Children demonstrate the curiosity, confidence and resilience needed to continue learning languages in the future.