Lisnagarvey High School

Staff

Mrs J Orr (Head of Department), Mrs K Nowicka (Language Assistant)

Departmental Aim

In French classes, we aim to encourage all pupils to develop their linguistic capabilities to the highest possible degree and to provide them with stimulating and enjoyable learning experiences.

An Overview of Key Stage 3 Curriculum

Pupils work through a variety of topics in the language and develop the four skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking. The approach to learning is a communicative one related to everyday situations in France.

An Overview of Key Stage 4 Curriculum

Pupils currently follow AQA Specification A. They take examinations in speaking, listening, reading and writing. The oral component is conducted and assessed by their teacher.

Polish GCSE is offered to native speakers and is taught by a Polish Language Assistant. Pupils in year 8 will study one unit of work in Polish.

 

Departmental Facilities and Resources

Pupils are taught by a specialist teacher in the main Modern Language classroom. This room contains the PALE system which promotes listening and speaking activities. Reading material in French is available, both within the department and in the school library, to promote further, independent study of the language.

 

Additional Information

The European Day of Languages is celebrated yearly in school, providing opportunities to promote the study of French and other languages. GCSE students prepare and deliver taster sessions for use in some of the local feeder Primary Schools.

German language classes are offered to pupils who have not studied French before and have lived in Germany before attending Lisnagarvey. This is facilitated when the need arises.