Intent (What we want children to learn) 

At Willingham Primary School, we teach French as our Modern Foreign Language in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6).  

We aim for pupils to: 

• Develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing  

• Learn useful words and phrases on a range of topics  

• Understand simple grammar in a clear and age-appropriate way  

• Build their knowledge year by year  

• Be curious about other countries and cultures  

We want all children to feel positive about languages and be ready to continue learning them in the future. 

Implementation (How we teach languages) 

We currently teach French using the Language Angels programme. 

• Learning is carefully planned so skills build step by step  

• Children learn through games, speaking, reading, writing and listening activities  

• New learning builds on what has been taught before  

• Teachers check understanding regularly and give support where needed  

• Lessons include different levels of challenge so all children can succeed  

Children learn: 

• Key vocabulary linked to topics  

• How to build simple sentences  

• Basic grammar (such as nouns, verbs and simple sentence patterns)  

• Phonics in French  

We also help children learn about the culture of the countries where the language is spoken through activities such as food, celebrations and traditions. 

Impact (What difference this makes) 

By the time children leave Willingham Primary School, they will: 

• Be able to understand and use simple words and sentences in French 

• Speak, read and write at a basic level in French  

• Show confidence when trying new languages  

• Remember and use vocabulary from previous lessons  

• Have a positive attitude towards language learning