Studying a modern foreign language is not only a requirement of the National Curriculum, it’s also fun! The language part of the brain is stimulated each time we speak, and so learning another language is not only good for us in terms of travel, knowledge and experience, it helps our brain to function more fully. 

At Bill Quay Primary School, we study French in Key Stage 2, and each class studies French each week, when pupils have the opportunity to speak, read, write and listen to the language. They also learn about the culture of France throughout their studies, including France’s music, history and geography, as well as some of her key cities and sites. Key Stage 1 pupils are introduced to some basic elements of the language during enrichment activities and by singing some French songs in our weekly singing assembly. We take the opportunity to use songs and rhymes to help with the learning of French whenever possible, and try to create a fun and supportive environment within the classroom to encourage everyone to have the confidence to speak. 

Our school uses the iLanguages Programme of Study as its basis from Languages teaching, enabling all pupils to make progress in speaking, listening, reading and writing, using our key pillars of vocabulary, phonics and grammar.