Our international visits provide the immersion that sparks a lifelong love for languages and culture; they allow our children to move from being students to being global explorers. The children develop their independent learning by thoroughly preparing for these visits during French lessons and international clubs.
The highlight of our French curriculum is the visit to our partner school in France and Boulougne-sur-Mer. A purposeful linguistic exchange where pupils meet their pen pals, spend time in a French classroom, interact with stallholders and manage transaction in Euros and use map skills to navigate the historic streets of Bolougne-sur-Mer. Visits to Rome and Holland also offer the children a unique opportunity to trace the origins of our faith, view world-renowned art and architecture, pay their respects and reflect on the historical significance of the Great War as well as exploring and understanding poignant personal stories (Anne Frank museum).
To see the intent behind how we provide a consistent and ambitious linguistic education, view our Modern Foreign Languages & International Policies
To develop spatial awareness and practical language skills, our pupils engage in a map-reading treasure hunt through the historic Vieille Ville (Old Town) of Boulogne-sur-Mer. This activity transforms the city into a living classroom where pupils must use physical maps, follow directions and work effectively in small groups.
A 5-day pilgrimage deepening the children's understanding of the origins of their faith whilst immersing them in the art and history of one of the world's most significant cities.
🇮🇹 Day 1
St Paul’s Basilica
Bede College
🇮🇹 Day 2
Vatican City
St Peter’s Basilica
St John Lateran Church
Scala Sancta
Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
🇮🇹 Day 3
Audience with the Pope
English College
Rome Experience Museum - History of Rome
The Pantheon
Trevi Fountain
🇮🇹 Day 4
Basilicas of St Francis, St Clare & St Maggiore
Tour of Assisi
🇮🇹 Day 5
Colesseum
Roman Forum
Our long-standing connection with École Notre Dame in Boulogne-sur-Mer provides our pupils with a meaningful, authentic context for their language learning.Throughout the academic year, children engage in letter exchanging, sharing stories about their lives, hobbies, and school experiences in French. The correspondence builds excitement and anticipation for the summer term when he children meet their penpals face to face.