Why do we learn Modern Foreign Languages?
Within the Modern Languages Faculty, we aim to help students to develop into able linguists who can engage and enjoy the study of languages by increasing their knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and culture. Over time, we enable our students to develop their communication skills, cultural capital, and become outward looking citizens who respect differences. While studying languages, students acquire new skills and knowledge which help them to become articulate individuals who seek to use languages to access a career of their choice or for leisure purposes.
Head of Department
Mr D Sadi
Our Approach
We aim that all our students grow in confidence and make progress along the three pillars of Phonics, grammar and vocabulary. This allows them to manipulate the language by being competent in grammar, develop their memory by acquiring a larger number of words and phrases and to explore and engage with sound patterns. In addition, they develop a better understanding of their own languages, they become more collaborative as they regularly engage in working with others.
Phase/Key Stage introduction(s)
Pupils of all abilities are encouraged to develop a passion for languages through studying a linguistically and culturally engaging content. pupils acquire new knowledge, skills, and ways of thinking developed through the ability to understand and respond to a wide variety of authentic materials. In Key Stage 4 GCSE French, pupils build on the linguistic foundation acquired in Key Stage 3 both in terms of vocabulary and grammar. Pupils also develop the ability to communicate confidently and coherently with native speakers as well as increasing their knowledge and understanding of how languages work.
GCSE French allows you to broaden your knowledge of the world and the people around you. This qualification allows students to develop their ability to communicate with French native speakers in both speech and writing. Studying French can lead to careers in fields such as interpreting, teaching, languages, and community services which means you will be in a stronger position to get a job in companies with international links. Questions across all four language skills are set in common contexts, addressing a range of relevant contemporary and cultural themes. They are organised into five themes, each broken down into topics and sub-topics. The five themes are:
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Identity and Culture.
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Local area, holiday and travel.
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School
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Future aspirations, study and work.
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International and global dimension.
Year 7
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French: Salut, c’est moi! French: Au collège |
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French: Mes passetemps French: Ma zone |
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French: 3…2…1 Partez! French: Révisions + Zone projets |
Year 8
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French: Les médias French: Une visite à Paris |
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French: Mes loisirs French: Chez moi, chez toi |
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French: Quel talent?! French: Bien dans sa peau |
Year 9
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French: -Qui suis-je? |
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French: Le temps des loisirs |
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French: Jours ordinaires, jours de fête |
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Year 10
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French: Talking about where you live French: Discussing my region French: Tourist information French: Talking about your town , village or neighbourhood |
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French: Holidays-Hotel Stay French: Taking about travelling French: Talking about you do or did on holidays French: Ordering food French: Talking about holiday disasters |
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French: Giving opinions on school subjects French: Your school and schools in France French: Discussing rules and regulations French: Talking about school activities French: Talking about successes at school |
Year 11
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French: The perfect tense French: Discussing work preferences French: Talking about plans and hopes French: Part-time jobs and work experience Urdu: Theme 1, Identity and culture Urdu: Theme 2, Local area, holiday and travel |
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French: The Weather and natural disasters French: Protecting the Environment French: Ethical Shopping French: Volunteering French: Discussing big events Urdu: Theme 3, School Urdu: Theme 4, Future aspirations, study and work |
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French: Identity and culture French: Revision of other themes French: Exam practice and preparing for speaking exam Urdu: Theme 5, International and global dimension Urdu: Exam practice |