Languages

At Steeple Morden Primary School, we have adopted a focused and thoughtful approach to our language curriculum. We have chosen to teach Spanish exclusively, as it is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and offers children a practical skill they are likely to use in both future education and everyday life. We know many of our families travel to Spanish-speaking countries and it is one of the first languages offered at our main feeder secondary school; thus giving the children extra confidence when starting Year 7.

Intent

Curriculum by Year Groups

At Steeple Morden, we believe that learning a language opens doors to the wider world.
Through Spanish, we want our children to become confident communicators, curious learners, and respectful global citizens.

Our aims are to:

Inspire a lifelong love of language learning.
Build knowledge and skills in Spanish from Year 3 to Year 6.
Help children appreciate the rich cultures and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries.
Develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills that grow each year.

Implementation

Spanish is taught across Key Stage 2 following a clear, sequenced curriculum that meets the National Curriculum requirements.

We make lessons fun, inclusive, and memorable through:

Songs and games that make learning enjoyable.
Role play and conversations to build confidence in speaking.
Interactive activities to support vocabulary and pronunciation.
Cultural exploration of Spanish festivals, food, and traditions.

Our teachers receive regular training and support to ensure high-quality, engaging language teaching.

Impact

Our Spanish curriculum helps children to:

Make strong progress in their understanding and use of Spanish.
Feel confident communicating in another language.
Appreciate and respect different cultures and ways of life.
Move on to secondary school enthusiastic and ready to continue their language journey.

At Steeple Morden, we are proud that our pupils leave us with curiosity, confidence, and a global outlook that will serve them for life.