Modern Foreign Languages - MFL

At Chilwell Croft Academy, our MFL curriculum inspires pupils to develop a love of languages and cultures while building confidence and respect for diversity.

What MFL looks like at Chilwell Croft:

• An engaging curriculum that builds cultural awareness
• Understanding that language connects people and cultures
• A focus on speaking and listening, with reading and writing developed progressively
• Learning that celebrates diversity within our school and beyond

How we teach MFL:

• Aligned with the National Curriculum for Languages
• Supported by the Language Angels scheme
• Weekly lessons from Year 2
• Spanish taught in Years 2–4 and Mandarin in Years 5–6
• Lessons use games, songs and real‑life contexts

The impact on our children:

• Confident communicators who enjoy learning languages
• Understanding of language patterns and structures
• Increased cultural respect and curiosity
• Secure foundations for KS3 language learning

Careers linked to MFL:

• Languages Teacher or EAL Specialist
• Translator or Interpreter
• International Development Worker
• Careers in Business and Media