Languages
In our department we encourage language learning and cultural awareness in order to prepare our students for a better understanding of the world.
Key Stage 3 (4 lessons per fortnight) / Year 9 (5 lessons per fortnight) / Year 10 & 11 (6 lessons per fortnight)
All of our students study either French or Spanish in Year 7 and Year 8. In Year 6, they can state a preference for which language they would like to study, if they wish.
French
We start by using Expo (1-2-3), which are lively and easy-to-use French courses for students of a wide range of abilities. They are topic–based courses, which are underpinned by a clear grammatical progression.
At GCSE, we use Studio ActiveLearn, an interactive online resource which brings a wealth of activities, games, audio and video clips to really engage the pupils.
Spanish
We use Viva ActiveLearn for all year groups. Again, this interactive resource offers a variety of activities, games, audio and video clips to engage pupils.
Homework/ Assessment
Each half term, all students will complete one formal assessment, at least two spelling tests and other homework (e.g. a small paragraph to write/ grammar worksheet) that the teacher judges necessary. At KS4, Quizlet may also be made available for online vocabulary revision.
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Term 1a |
Reading Assessment |
| Term 1b | Speaking Assessment |
| Term 2a | Writing Assessment |
| Listening Assessment | |
| Term 2b | Reading Assessment |
| Term 3a | Writing Assessment |
| Term 3b |
Listening Assessment |
Useful Links
https://www.wordreference.com/
www.languagesonline.org.uk
www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize
French-specific websites:
https://www.newsinslowfrench.com/
https://podcast.duolingo.com/french
https://apprendre.tv5monde.com/fr
https://radiolingua.com/tag/cbf-season-1/?order=asc
Spanish-specific websites:
https://www.newsinslowspanish.com/
https://podcast.duolingo.com/spanish
https://radiolingua.com/tag/cbs-season-1/?order=asc