Intent

At St. John’s, our French curriculum is designed to foster a love for language learning and to build pupils’ confidence and competence in communicating in a language other than English. Rooted in our school’s values, the curriculum aims to broaden pupils’ horizons, deepen their understanding of different cultures, and equip them with skills that will support their future learning and global citizenship.

Through engaging and inclusive lessons, we will:

• Develop Language Skills: Provide pupils with opportunities to listen, speak, read, and write in French, building a strong foundation in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.
• Encourage Confidence in Communication: Foster a supportive environment where pupils feel confident to practise and experiment with their language skills, without fear of making mistakes.
• Promote Cultural Awareness: Inspire pupils to appreciate the richness of French culture, traditions, and way of life, fostering respect and curiosity about other cultures.
• Build Memory and Resilience: Use repetition, games, songs, and practical activities to help pupils retain key language structures and develop resilience in language learning.
• Prepare for Future Learning: Lay the groundwork for further language study in secondary school, equipping pupils with transferable skills and a positive attitude towards learning languages.

At St. John’s, we aim to nurture confident, enthusiastic, and open-minded learners who value the opportunities that language learning brings. Our French curriculum helps pupils build linguistic skills, cultural understanding, and an appreciation of the importance of communication in an interconnected world.

Curriculum

Impact

The impact of the French curriculum at St. John’s will be evident in the linguistic skills, cultural awareness, and enthusiasm for language learning that pupils develop. By the time pupils leave St. John’s, they will have a solid foundation in French and a positive attitude towards learning languages, equipping them for further study and global engagement.

Impact on Pupils

• Confident Communicators: Pupils will demonstrate confidence in using French vocabulary and phrases in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, showing a strong grasp of basic grammar and pronunciation.
• Culturally Aware: Pupils will have an appreciation of French culture, traditions, and ways of life, fostering respect and curiosity for other cultures and a broader understanding of the world.
• Linguistically Curious: Pupils will show enthusiasm for language learning, developing resilience and a willingness to practise, take risks, and learn from mistakes.
• Foundation for Future Learning: Pupils will leave St. John’s equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to build upon their French learning in secondary school and beyond.
• Transferable Skills: Through their language learning, pupils will have strengthened their listening, memory, and communication skills, which will benefit them across other areas of learning.