MFL AT DOWNSHALL KEY STAGE 1 AND 2
Subject Leader: Ms Assi
Introduction
We offer a relevant, broad and vibrant curriculum that will inspire and excite our pupils through a wide variety of topics and themes. We use the Language Angels suite of resources to ensure expert support in the teaching of Spanish. We aim for all pupils to be willing and able to continue studying languages beyond key stage 2.
Over the next three years the content will be continuously updated and reviewed annually, so that the foreign language knowledge of our pupil’s progresses within each academic year and is extended year upon year.
Subject Drivers
The three pillars of language learning are phonics, grammar and vocabulary, which are built into all lessons and units.
At Downshall we want our children to be able:
- To express high frequency words and phrases in Spanish.
- To understand and respond to spoken language and written texts in Spanish.
- To boost early brain growth through Spanish and multilingual skills.
National Curriculum
Please use this link to access the National Curriculum programmes of study.
An outline of units covered throughout KS2
Links to helpful websites
https://www.languageangels.com/schools/
Home school login:
Username: la2023spanish
Password: la2023spanish
There are a number of games at different levels to support the learning of topics covered in class as well as the opportunity to sing karaoke.
(If the username does not copy and paste, it may have to be typed in)
Examples of Learning
“I think it is fun learning a new language and how other people communicate. I like the pronunciation videos and the games help me learn. It was interesting to learn about the country. Spain looks amazing and I would visit if I had the chance.”
Isha, Year 4
"We enjoy speaking Spanish and have been learning different greetings and also what questions to ask and how to respond correctly."
Rebecca & Yousuf, Year 4