Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Our intent
Our curriculum for MFL (French) aims to develop learners who can:
- use Modern Foreign Languages to communicate information responsibly and creatively
- use Modern Foreign Languages to enable access to ideas and experiences from a wide range of people, communities and cultures.
- participate in a rapidly changing world in which work and other activities can take place in languages other than English.
- We aim to ensure that every child has the opportunity throughout Key Stage 2 to study a foreign language and develop their interest in the culture of other nations.
What pupils will learn
At St Peter’s, we teach French lessons in Key Stage 2. We also aim to introduce pupils to other Modern Foreign Languages in EYFS, Key Stages 1 and 2 by using a variety of methods including greetings for registration and our whole school topic events.
Pupils access language teaching using Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing and Cultural Understanding.
How we teach MFL
We currently use the ‘Language Angels’ scheme of work to support high-quality languages education. The ‘three pillars of language learning’ – phonics, grammar and vocabulary, are included in all lessons and units of work.
The French units of work build on children’s knowledge and understanding each year. The lessons are also cross curricular and support some class topics.
Assessment and progress
We use end of unit assessments, running records and teacher assessment. Progress is recorded using the school assessment system and reported in annual reports.
How parents and carers can help at home
Language Angels app (Google or Apple store)
Language Angels games and songs
Resources & useful links
Online activities:
https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/z39d7ty
Our pupils say…
“Learning with the music video, watching animations, moving around the room, playing games helps us to remember the vocabulary.”
“We have fun.”
“Learning strange words and how to say them can be hard but we have fun playing games and singing songs.”
Subject lead
Mrs Flood-Murphy
Last reviewed: 13.03.26 / TFM