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Good Practice Case Study
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Date: |
October 2011 |
Subject Coverage: |
Transition KS2 - 3 and progression |
Key Stages: |
KS2 - KS3 |
Author: |
Laura Davies |
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Roundwood Park School in Harpenden ran their first Primary Languages Fair in July, inviting 120 pupils from nearby primary schools to take part in a series of language and culture-based activities.
Preparations for this day were a little different to usual, as the organisation of the fair was the responsibility of the Language Leaders Team, which is made up of 12 students from Yrs 9 and 10.
Throughout the morning the Yr 5 pupils made their own baguettes, played language games, learned origami, danced the salsa and practised a German song. The pupils enjoyed a break in the French café, where they had the opportunity to order their croissants or brioche in French and listen to a very talented Yr 8 pianist.
The Language Leaders Team is Roundwood Park’s second cohort of students who, as part of their course, have successfully supported Modern Foreign Language (MFL) learning in the nearby primary schools. The Language Leader Award, accredited by Sports Leaders UK, aims to develop leadership skills in students through MFL and leaders are trained through a series of workshops and MFL learning events. It is a perfect way to strengthen links between KS2 & KS3 MFL, whilst improving the leadership skills of the school’s own students.
The school has seen a sustained impact on National Curriculum levels achieved in French at entry into Year 7 over the past three years, due in part to the MFL department’s commitment to supporting primary teachers with schemes of work, resources and lesson delivery. Year upon year, the students are arriving in Year 7 with higher levels of competence in French.
Feedback from the primary teachers suggests that KS2 pupils respond very well to MFL lessons delivered by the Language Leader team, which are very much in demand.
For further information about setting up a Language Leaders course, PMFL support or further detail on outcomes, please contact Laura Davies daviesl@roundwoodpark.herts.sch.uk
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