Modern Foreign Languages

Curriculum Intent

Inspire curiosity and a love of languages, encouraging pupils to explore new sounds, words, and cultures.

Impart knowledge so pupils understand the value of learning another language, gain cultural awareness, and develop empathy and global understanding.

Develop communication skills to enable pupils to express themselves clearly and interact confidently in different contexts.

Be inclusive, ensuring all pupils access the full curriculum and develop a fascination for languages.

Promote citizenship and spirituality by fostering respect for diversity and encouraging reflection on shared human values.

 

Curriculum Implementation

Spanish is taught through the Language Angels program, providing a structured, progressive curriculum across KS2.
Lessons are delivered weekly, moving from early language units to intermediate and progressive stages.
Teaching focuses on speaking, listening, reading, and writing, using strategies such as repetition, songs, rhymes, and cultural comparisons.

Cultural experiences and community engagement enrich learning and promote real-world connections.

Curriculum Impact

Pupils demonstrate confidence and enthusiasm for learning Spanish, with strong engagement and secure understanding of key concepts.
Work shows age-appropriate progression in vocabulary, grammar, and fluency, supported by a well-sequenced curriculum.
Assessment and pupil voice confirm that learning is embedded over time, with opportunities for challenge and support.
The curriculum equips pupils with communication skills, cultural awareness, and a love of languages that will benefit their future education and life experiences.