Vision statement

At Baldwins Hill, we teach Spanish to all children in Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6).  We believe that language skills, as well as an awareness and understanding of other cultures, broaden our outlook and help us appreciate the similarities and differences between ourselves and others.  Spanish is taught following the 'Kapow' scheme of learning.  Lessons focus initially on speaking and listening skills and progress to children writing some basic words and phrases.  Introducing children to foreign languages at primary school encourages an interest and helps to develop a strong foundation in learning a language, which they take with them as they move into secondary school.

From The National Curriculum in England – framework document 2013 Purpose of study

“Learning a foreign language is a liberation from insularity and provides an opening to other cultures. A high-quality languages education should foster pupils’ curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. The teaching should enable pupils to express their ideas and thoughts in another language and to understand and respond to its speakers, both in speech and in writing. It should also provide opportunities for them to communicate for practical purposes, learn new ways of thinking and read great literature in the original language. Language teaching should provide the foundation for learning further languages, equipping pupils to study and work in other countries.”

Useful Documents

• National Curriculum End of Key Stage 2 Expectations