Using the KS2 Framework - Intercultural understanding

The Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages sets out the rationale for language learning in primary schools and defines the skills, knowledge and understanding that children should develop as they begin their language learning apprenticeship.

The Framework is based on sound principles of primary pedagogy. It sets out learning objectives across five strands, Oracy, Literacy, Intercultural Understanding, Knowledge about Language and Language Learning Strategies. It is inclusive and for all children. It recognises that language is central to the development of individual identity and that education in language and culture plays a vital part in shaping the future of our world community.

The miller song

Children here sing a traditional song in French, Meunier tu dors, but they also do much more… while watching the miller’s story on the interactive whiteboard, they perform actions to represent the turning windmill and read the words to the song from handwritten text below the pictures. They are learning the words to the song, developing intercultural understanding, learning about silent letters in French pronunciation and developing literacy skills – all at the same time.