Intent statement for French:
We can be linguists.
MFL at St. Matthews is taught to develop the child’s sense of excitement, curiosity and understanding of the world and a sense of cultural awareness. through teaching and learning in French.
MFL lessons will give children:
- an interest in learning other languages in a way that is enjoyable and stimulating
- the opportunities to embed the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in French, laying the foundations for future language learning
- an awareness, appreciation and understanding of the differences in the cultures of the world
- an understanding of how languages can help us interact with others on a meaningful level