--- title: "Modern Languages" description: "Discover Modern Languages at Moat Community College, developing confident communicators through French and Spanish, with a focus on language skills, cultural understanding, independence and GCSE success." url: "https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/modern-languages" school: "Moat Community College" --- # Modern Languages ![](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/images/banners/Modern_Languages.png) ## ML Curriculum Intent The Modern Languages Department prepares our students to be global citizens who use a modern language to confidently engage with the wider world. Students are taught to communicate effectively in a wide range of situations. We promote independent learning skills and provide opportunities for reflection and self-correction. Students who study a language have a sound knowledge of cultures and traditions around the world. At KS3 (Years 7 and 8), we follow the National Curriculum and students acquire the vocabulary they need to understand a variety of topics. They build a secure framework of grammar rules which they use to communicate in a range of contexts. They develop the tools they need to become confident in all four language skills. At KS4 (Years 9, 10 and 11), students work towards achieving mastery of their chosen language of study. Grammar rules are reinforced and embedded, vocabulary is broadened and confidence is nurtured. Work becomes more challenging across the Key Stage which enables students to fully develop all communication skills. In Year 11 we focus more on exam skills so that students achieve their full potential in the GCSE. Students are fully supported in their learning through a variety of strategies. All students are provided with vocabulary books and knowledge organisers which promotes independence in their learning. Students are supported in the classroom through a range of strategies, according to their individual needs. Progress and attainment are tracked through a rigorous system of assessment. Students are tested in a combination of skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) at the end of every module. There is also an end of year exam in years 7-9. Assessment tasks mirror those of the GCSE and so we can confidently predict GCSE performance from year 7. Students take a mock GCSE speaking exam in Years 9 and 10, and twice more in Year 11, so that they are thoroughly prepared for the Edexcel GCSE. Our enrichment programme includes inter-class competitions in-school, visiting theatre companies and cultural film viewings. In previous years, we’ve also offered a day trip abroad, Business Language Challenge visits and careers talks, subject to availability. ### Modern Languages Information Modern Languages Intent Statement 22 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/ML_Moat_Intent_Statement.docx) French Implementation Overview 47 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Overview_French(1).docx) French Implementation Year 7 61 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_French_Year_7(2).docx) French Implementation Year 8 Foundation 73 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_French_Year_8_Foundation.docx) French Implementation Year 8 Higher 70 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_French_Year_8_Higher.docx) French Implementation KS4 Foundation 85 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_French_KS4_Foundation.docx) French Implementation KS4 Higher 88 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_French_KS4_Higher.docx) Spanish Implementation Overview 49 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Overview_Spanish.docx) Spanish Implementation Year 7 66 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Spanish_Year_7.docx) Spanish Implementation Year 8 67 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Spanish_Year_8.docx) Spanish Implementation KS4 Foundation 87 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Spanish_KS4_Foundation.docx) Spanish Implementation KS4 Higher 86 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/files/documents/CIP_Spanish_KS4_Higher.docx) ### Curriculum and Subjects - [Art](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/art) - [Business Studies](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/business-studies) - [Careers, Citizenship and PSHE](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/careers-citizenship-and-pshe) - [Design and Technology](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/design-technology) - [English](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/english) - [Humanities](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/humanities) - [ICT and Computer Science](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/ict-and-computer-science) - [Maths](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/maths) - [Modern Languages](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/modern-languages) - [Music](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/music) - [PE - Physical Education](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/pe-physical-education) - [RE - Religious Education](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/religious-education) - [Science](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/curriculum/science) ![Moat Community College](https://files.schudio.com/moat-community-college-compliance/images/logo/Untitled_design_(5).png) #### Moat Community College Maidstone Road Leicester Leicestershire LE2 0TU 0116 2625705 #### Useful Links - [Contact Us](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/contactus) - [Vacancies](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/about-us/staff-vacancies) - [Policies](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/about-us/policies-and-procedures) - [HMC Approved School](https://halalhmc.org/schools/?distance=5&lat=52.6333595&lang=-1.1195996&q=Leicester+LE2+0TU%2C+UK) - [Letters Home](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/parents-and-students/letters-home) #### Social Media - [Facebook](https://facebook.com/moatcollege) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/115994783/) - [Instagram](https://instagram.com/moatcollege) © Copyright 2020–2026 Moat Community College School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://moat.leicester.sch.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)