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French

Welcome to the French department.

At St Augustine’s, we teach French at KS3 and KS4. Year 7 students study French for 2 lessons a week; Year 8 and 9 students study French for 3 lessons a week. At KS4, French is a popular option choice and students study French for 3 lessons a week. Students start French in Year 7 and stick to the same language for three years. French is then an option at KS4. Our French curriculum has been planned to ensure that students develop knowledge and skills throughout their experience of French to allow for progression, access to higher level courses at Key Stage 5 and get a deeper understanding of the world and the impact they can have on it in the future.

At St Augustine’s, in the MFL Department, we aim to promote language learning as a valuable, rewarding and enjoyable experience.

We also provide all students with the opportunity to successfully learn French throughout KS3, with the opportunity to continue with the same language as part of our GCSE options.

We equip students with a range of structures, skills and vocabulary in order to understand and to communicate effectively in a foreign language.

We enable students to work independently, in pairs and as part of a group in a variety of activities, so that the learning of a foreign language can contribute to the development of key skills, citizenship and team work.

We promote equality of opportunity in the learning of French, so that no one feels discriminated against and everyone can realise their potential.

We foster a positive attitude towards language learning and to the students’ respective cultures.

We develop further cultural awareness through a programme of visits and residential trips, as well as theatre visits and extra-curricular activities.

Important Upcoming Events

Sixth Form Open Evening for Year 12 Students – Starting September 2026:

We extend a warm welcome to all students and parents / carers.

We are incredibly excited to be welcoming you to visit our school, so you can get a real sense of the unique atmosphere and community we have here. We look forward to meeting you at the Sixth Form Open Evening and working alongside you to reach your future aspirations.

Tuesday, 7th October 2025 – From 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Year 7 Pastoral Welcome Evening:

We extend a warm welcome to all Year 7  students and parents / carers.

The evening provides a valuable opportunity to meet the Year 7 pastoral leaders and begin building strong relationships that support your child’s transition into secondary school. It’s also a chance to receive important pastoral information that will help you understand how your child will be supported throughout the year, both academically and pastorally.

Wednesday, 8th October 2025 – From 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Additional Year 7 Open Mornings Announced!

Due to high demand, we are pleased to offer two additional Open Mornings for prospective Year 7 students starting September 2026.

No booking required – we look forward to welcoming you!

Dates:

Thursday, 9th October 2025 – From 9.15 am to 10.00am

Thursday, 16th October 2025 – From 9.15am t0 10.00am