At Chaddesley Corbett Primary School, the intention of our languages curriculum is for our pupils to develop an interest and enthusiasm for learning about other languages and cultures. As part of our commitment to providing a rich and fulfilling educational experience, we are proud to offer a carefully planned French curriculum that inspires and engages our pupils from Year 3. Through these lessons, we hope to embed the four essential skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing with an emphasis on knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and phonological awareness.
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We aim to build the children’s ‘culture capital’ so that they are aware of similarities and differences between cultures. Ultimately, we hope to lay the foundations for future language learning, so that when our pupils leave the school they feel enabled and ambitious to learn a range of languages and to take opportunities to visit and enjoy other places. 

​Since September 2025, we have been using the Oak National Academy French scheme, a high-quality, structured programme that supports our vision of a vibrant learning community where children thrive in a safe and inspiring environment. The Oak Academy scheme is chosen for its clear sequencing and comprehensive coverage of language skills. It aligns well with our ambition to set high expectations and deliver an ambitious curriculum, ensuring pupils build strong foundations in vocabulary, grammar, and phonics.

The curriculum is carefully mapped out to build knowledge step-by-step. Pupils start with essential vocabulary and common phrases, gradually progressing to more complex sentence structures and grammar. This approach reflects our value of a challenging curriculum that supports pupils’ linguistic development year on year.

French lessons are delivered weekly in KS2 by class teachers who are supported with detailed lesson plans and resources from Oak Academy. Lessons include interactive activities, songs, and games to make learning enjoyable and memorable. This method fosters a happy and successful learning atmosphere, consistent with our school ethos.
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 In EYFS and KS1 children are introduced to other cultures and languages through learning about other places within their thematic curriculum.​

Foreign Languages National Curriculum

Curriculum Overview