Languages
INTENT
Our intent when learning a foreign language is that we provide an opening to other cultures. We intend to inspire our learners to be passionate about languages other than English. We aim to lay the foundations for the future learning of language.
IMPLEMENTATION
Language learning at Brookmead helps pupils develop their skills in listening carefully and critically, in inferring meaning and making connections, e.g. where words share common origins.
At Brookmead School we teach French as our focus MFL. Learners are exposed to other languages through the celebration of langauges that members of our community speak as a first language and through other opportunities such as theme days and a focus on greetings in a language other than English.
We have a clear and consistent progressive approach to the teaching of French at Brookmead through our overview, progression in skills and use of resources.
Our overview and progression in skills can be found below.
IMPACT
Determination
Commitment & enthusiasm
Caring for others
Confidence & self-belief
Independence
Teamwork & cooperation
Honesty & fair play
Showing respect
Encouraging & supporting others
Taking pride in our learning
Being positive & ready to learn
BRINGING LEARNING TO LIFE AND LIFE TO LEARNING
In addition:
Learners will be able to communicate with each other in French
Learners will become aware that a language has a structure, and that the structure differs from one language to another.
Learners will enrich their language learning by developing an understanding of the French culture
Learners will transfer their MFL knowledge to their secondary teaching and learning experience


Find out more about our curriculum:
Early Years Foundation Stage
Areas of learning and development
Key stages 1 & 2