Key Stage 3
French & Spanish
French and Spanish are widely spoken across the world, far beyond Europe. Universities and employers are increasingly looking for pupils with language skills. Being bilingual or multilingual requires and builds patience, perseverance, adaptability, and resilience.
Learning another language requires thinking outside the box and improves problem solving and creativity. The intercultural understanding developed through the study of a new language opens doors to enjoying a wealth of music, art, film, cuisine and much more.
Cultural Capital in MFL
The best that has been thought:
- In MFL, we expose pupils to high-quality, research-informed teaching through the EPI (Extensive Processing Instruction) model, which supports deep learning and fluency. Pupils engage with authentic texts, films, and cultural figures such as Claude Cahun and Frida Kahlo, encouraging critical thinking and appreciation of diverse perspectives.
The best that has been said:
- Pupils study powerful and thought-provoking language through poetry, song lyrics, and film dialogue, including works like Au revoir les enfants and Voces Inocentes. These texts allow learners to explore historical and social contexts, enhancing their understanding of how language conveys emotion, identity, and resistance.
An appreciation for human creativity:
- Creativity is fostered through cultural projects, such as the Claude Cahun and Frida Kahlo units, which celebrate artistic expression and challenge norms. Pupils also engage with music, festivals, and visual arts from French and Spanish-speaking cultures, developing a respect for global artistic traditions.
An appreciation of human achievement:
- Through case studies like the Mali and Inca Empires, and figures such as Philippe Croizon and Pablo Pineda, pupils learn about resilience, innovation, and cultural legacy. These examples highlight human triumphs across history and geography, inspiring pupils to value diversity and global contributions.
Your Learning Journey
*ARE = Age-Related Expectations
SCHOOL LIBRARY
Whether you like to read for fun or you need a book to help with your schoolwork, our school library has hundreds of books that you can borrow!
CURRICULUM DOCUMENTS
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GCSE FRENCH / SPANISH
Find out what you'll learn if you study GCSE French or Spanish.
Key Stage 3 Subjects
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