Modern Foreign Language (MFL)

Since September 2014, the National Curriculum has made the learning of a foreign language compulsory in Key Stage 2. At St John and St James, we teach French to pupils in Years 3 to 6, with one dedicated lesson each week. Our aim is to foster a love of language learning while developing confidence and curiosity about the wider world.

We are proud to be part of the Primary Languages Network, which supports us in delivering lessons that are lively, engaging and memorable. Through interactive resources, songs, games and cultural learning, pupils build their skills progressively and enjoyably.

Our curriculum ensures steady progress across the four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Below, you can see the expected progression in these areas as children move through Key Stage 2, developing both their linguistic knowledge and their confidence in communicating in another language.

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