MFL at Naburn

“Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.” ~ Rita Mae Brown

“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.” ~ Nelson Mandela

Intent

At Naburn we strive to deliver a Modern Foreign Language curriculum that promotes a curiosity and love of languages adding an international and multi-cultural dimension to children’s learning. We encourage children’s confidence through a varied French curriculum that incorporates speaking, listening, reading and writing activities with the aim of developing the language skills necessary for future application.

Implementation

We teach French on a bi-weekly basis to children in KS2. MFL (French) is taught based on the National Curriculum for Years 3 to 6. Children in these year groups will be taught a carefully planned programme of French knowledge and skills, to ensure progression and links to other subject areas where appropriate, by a specialist French teacher. Speaking activities, songs and games are used to help improve recall of key words and phrases.

Impact

We foster a problem-solving approach, giving children opportunities to work out language use for themselves in a supportive context where risk-taking and creativity are encouraged, and there is an emphasis on having fun with the new language.Children will be respectful of the language, cultures and traditions of other countries.

• Children will leave Naburn with a good knowledge of the French language and the ability to communicate using the basics of the French language.
• Children will be motivated to continue to learn vocabulary of French and other languages and be eager to speak and communicate with others.
• Children develop a curiosity and respect for new languages, cultures and traditions.
• Children are excited by language learning and the multicultural dimension it adds to their learning.

How our values shine through in MFL

Aspiration: Over time, children build the confidence needed to express themselves in a new language and discover the rewards of making it their own.

Respect: Children are taught respect for different languages, cultures and traditions 

Community: A problem-solving approach is fostered, giving children opportunities to work out language use for themselves in a supportive context where risk-taking and creativity are encouraged