In Languages, our curriculum is based on the belief that all students are entitled to the opportunity to learn a language and that language-learning is valuable in and of itself. We aim to equip our students for the next stage of their language-learning journey; whether that be communicating with native speakers in the world of work, being able to communicate when travelling, or continuing study to GCSE, A Level and beyond.

Learning to communicate in a foreign language and learning about the cultures in which they are spoken is vital for broadening our students’ horizons and their view of the world. We also believe it is a key component of academic success at all levels.

Languages is a subject that presents unique challenges to students and our curriculum is designed in such a way as to maximise success for every student. We draw on educational research, both general educational research and MFL-specific, in the design of our curriculum to enhance students’ learning and inform teachers’ practice.

All students also have the opportunity to participate in extra-curricular activities, including a residential visit to Normandy and Germany, a spelling bee competition and Duo Lingo Club. We aim to offer as many enrichment opportunities as possible in order to complement what we do in lessons and give students the chance to use language in real-life situations.

Year 7 students arriving at Brookvale Groby will be allocated to one language from either French, Spanish or German. Students will be allocated to a language rather than asked to choose, due to timetabling constraints. Some top set students will have the opportunity to study two languages in year 9 and all students will continue with their language/s through year 8 and 9 to provide the best possible preparation for GCSE study.
Please note this is a change from August 2023 and does not affect students who are currently in KS3. 

Click here to view the FRENCH Year 7 – 13 learning journey map
Click here to view the GERMAN Year 7 – 13 learning journey map
Click here to view the SPANISH Year 7 – 13 learning journey map

Click here to view the LANGUAGES READING CANON Year 7 – 13

Revision slides for MFL
Supporting your child with MFL – SEND

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Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11Years 12 & 13
Subjects:
- French
- German
- Spanish

A Level Subjects:
- French
- German
- Spanish