A challenging and engaging curriculum which creates confident and able linguists
A curriculum which develops a love of the spoken and written language
A curriculum which engages pupils in the culture of French and German speaking countries
A curriculum that supports pupils with the three pillars of language learning: phonics, grammar and vocabulary
A curriculum which allows all pupils, no matter what ability or classroom they find themselves in, to make the best possible progress
What skills and knowledge will pupils develop?
Key skills are: listening, speaking, reading and writing
Within these key assessed skill areas, pupils develop the skills to express themselves and their opinions on a range of relevant and contemporary topics
Pupils learn about key grammatical concepts, broadening their understanding of the intricacies of their mother tongue, as well as the target language
Pupils develop a knowledge of the phonetic intricacies of the language studies and use it to understand the spoken language and to pronounce words accurately
Pupils follow the cultural calendar of French and German speaking countries, as well as being exposed to foreign film and literature from KS3
Access for all pupils
All pupils study one language at Whickham School, in line with the National Curriculum
All pupils study one language at Whickham School, in line with the National Curriculum. Upon entry in year 7, pupils are placed into either a French or German tutor group. Pupils and parents / carers may express a preference
We welcome pupils from a range of primary schools where KS2 experience of MFL is varied. We work with leaders from primary schools to develop an understanding of this experience and plan accordingly for transition. Schemes of learning ensure that pupils are appropriately challenged in year 7, with prior knowledge taken into consideration
Pupils in KS3 are provided with scaffolding and challenge to support and stretch them where appropriate.
Pupils at KS4 to work towards foundation or higher papers, with overlap opportunities for borderline pupils
We believe in and practise a growth mindset approach to continuous improvement for all.
