Curriculum Intent
- To develop confident, independent and creative linguists so that our pupils are confident in understanding and using a modern foreign language.
- To provide a positive and stimulating learning experience which may then encourage pupils to pursue language learning beyond the classroom.
- To develop greater awareness of the benefits of foreign language skills for work and leisure.
- To develop pupils’ cultural awareness.
- To encourage pupils to consider themselves as global citizens.
Programmes of Study
Pupils develop the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing at both Key Stages.
Key Stage 3 French
Year 7
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French schools
French-speaking countries French food and drink French festivals Currency Café culture Paris French sports and leisure activities French customs and traditions French festivals and celebrations
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Key Stage 3 French
Year 8
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French theme parks
French-speaking holiday destinations Climate Food and drink in French-speaking countries French festivals French television programmes and cinema Famous French personalities French TV/cinema/music French songs French-speaking territories French-speaking athletes French market traditions |
Key Stage 4 French
AQA GCSE
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Modern Foreign Languages
Marking and Internal Assessment
Key Stage 3
- The four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are assessed using internal assessments, linked to GCSE marking criteria, where appropriate.
Key Stage 4
- The four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are assessed using GCSE marking criteria.
Examinations
- Pupils are entered for the AQA GCSE French exam.
- Grades 9 to 1 are available.
- Examinations are taken at the end of the course.
- Pupils will be entered for either foundation or higher tier in all four skills.
- Foundation tier of entry: Grades 1 to 5
- Higher tier of entry: Grades 4 to 9
Recommended Revision Guides/Supporting Resources
- CGP GCSE French and German (AQA) revision guides
- BBC Bitesize website
- Duolingo app – free version recommended
Staff Details
- Mrs R Holden – Modern Foreign Languages (French and German) Curriculum Leader
- Mrs P New – Teacher of French and German
- Mrs C Rowson – Teacher of French
Careers and Progression
Having knowledge of a foreign language is seen as a bonus in many jobs and a GCSE in a foreign language contributes to the EBacc portfolio of qualifications. A foreign language is seen as important by many universities, regardless of the subject taken at degree level. Studying a foreign language leads to employability in education, public services, travel and tourism, journalism, international business, law, management, administration, marketing, publishing, politics amongst others, as well as providing an ideal opportunity for living and working abroad in a number of disciplines. A good grade at GCSE MFL will be required for access to A-level MFL courses. Individual colleges will have their own published selection criteria.
