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Foreign Languages Curriculum Intent
Our vision in the Languages Faculty is to empower all language learners with the skills and confidence to see themselves as World Citizens, ready to thrive in a multicultural and respectful global community. We aim to foster understanding of other countries and cultures, encouraging openness, adaptability, and curiosity about the wider world.
We are dedicated to developing strong, lifelong language skills and sparking a genuine interest in global cultures. This is achieved through a rich programme of cultural and extracurricular activities, including language trips to France/Spain, events and competitions, and as Language Leaders.
By nurturing a love of languages and focusing on key areas such as grammar, linguistic manipulation, and authentic materials, we prepare our students to become independent language learners. Our goal is to equip them for success in the global job market as confident, culturally aware individuals.
Pupils study either French or Spanish from Year 7.
Key Stage 3 (KS3)
Our KS3 French/Spanish curriculum is carefully balanced and sequenced to help students build the confidence and competence to communicate effectively in French/Spanish. Designed in line with the latest research in language education, the curriculum lays a strong foundation for future language learning. It prepares students for GCSE study and supports further education or career pathways where French/Spanish is an asset.
Year 7 Curriculum Overview
Autumn Term
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Half Term 1 |
Half Term 2 |
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Knowledge |
School Opinions |
Family |
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Spring Term
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Half Term 3 |
Half Term 4 |
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Knowledge |
Myself and freetime Present tense |
Where I live Hay… |
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Summer Term
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Half Term 5 |
Half Term 6 |
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Knowledge |
Me and my friends Opinions Present tense |
Film study |
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How we assess |
End of Year exam |
Ongoing formative assessment |
Year 8 Curriculum Overview
Autumn Term
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Half Term 1 |
Half Term 2 |
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Knowledge |
Food / Meals / Quantities |
School, description and rules |
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Spring Term
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Half Term 3 |
Half Term 4 |
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Knowledge |
Clothes Shopping Town |
Tech, TV, film , music
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Summer Term
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Half Term 5 |
Half Term 6 |
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Knowledge |
Holidays – all 3 tenses
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Festivals |
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How we assess |
End of Year exam |
Ongoing formative assessment |
Year 9 Curriculum Overview
Autumn Term
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Half Term 1 |
Half Term 2 |
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Knowledge |
Lifestyle / Health and fitness |
Relationships and the simple future tense |
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Spring Term
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Half Term 3 |
Half Term 4 |
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Knowledge |
Jobs and employment –saying what you would like to do and future tense |
Childhood and the imperfect tense |
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How we assess |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
MAD writing task and / or End of unit assessment – covering a range of skills from Listening, Speaking, Reading , Writing |
Summer Term
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Half Term 5 |
Half Term 6 |
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Knowledge |
Global issues / Environment |
Hispanic world Film work GCSE introduction |
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How we assess |
End of Year exam |
Ongoing formative assessment |
Key Stage 3 useful resources
- Websites -
- ATANTOT
- BBC BITESIZE
- QUIZLET
Key Stage 4 (KS4)
The KS4 Scheme of Work continues to draw from current best practices in language teaching. It offers a high level of challenge, reflecting the resilience and determination needed to master a language. Students are taught the value of regular practice and are guided through a process of modelling, recall, and application. Prior knowledge is continually revisited and extended through meaningful and contextualised tasks, ensuring that misconceptions are addressed and learning gaps are closed.
Year 10 Curriculum Overview
Autumn Term
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Half Term 1 |
Half Term 2 |
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Knowledge |
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How we assess |
End of Unit assessment – all skills |
End of Unit assessment – all skills |
Spring Term
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Half Term 3 |
Half Term 4 |
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Knowledge |
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Revision and Preparation for mock exams
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How we assess |
End of Unit assessment – all skills |
End of Unit assessment – all skills |
Summer Term
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Half Term 5 |
Half Term 6 |
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Knowledge |
Desde hace |
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How we assess |
Yr 10 mock exam- Listening Reading and Writing |
Yr 10 Mock speaking exams |
Year 11 Curriculum Overview
Autumn Term
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Half Term 1 |
Half Term 2 |
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Knowledge |
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Global issues: Talking about natural disasters |
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How we assess |
Mock Examinations take place at the end of half term |
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Spring Term
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Half Term 3 |
Half Term 4 |
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Knowledge |
Revision of Topics and Exam Preparation |
Revision of Topics and Exam Preparation |
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How we assess |
Mock Examinations take place at the end of half term |
Ongoing formative assessment |
Summer Term
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Half Term 5 |
Half Term 6 |
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Knowledge |
Exam preparation - |
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How we assess |
Exams |
Exams |
Key Stage 4 useful resources
- Websites
- ATANTOT
- BBC BITESIZE
- QUIZLET
Enrichment Opportunities
Year 7 – French day trip
Year 8 – Spanish restaurant trip
Year 9 – Residential Trip to Paris / Barcelona and Language Leaders
KS5 – theatre / cinema trips