United Kingdom · National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Year 8 Modern Foreign Languages
This course develops communicative proficiency by bridging foundational grammar with real world application. Students explore identity, media, and global travel while mastering the use of past, present, and future tenses in the target language.
My World and Identity
Students expand their ability to describe personality and relationships while introducing the past tense to discuss childhood.
Describing qualities of a good friend and identifying people who inspire us using complex adjectives.
Exploring family structures and using the imperfect tense to describe how life was different in the past.
Discussing fashion choices and hobbies as a means of self expression and cultural identity.
Media and Digital Life
A deep dive into film, television, and the internet, focusing on expressing opinions and justifying preferences.
Analyzing film genres and reviewing recent movies using comparative and superlative structures.
Debating the pros and cons of digital communication and the impact of screen time on daily life.
Exploring musical trends in the target language and how they reflect societal values.
Travel and Global Exploration
Focusing on travel logistics and recounting past holidays using the preterite or perfect tense.
Planning an itinerary and discussing the ideal holiday destination using conditional structures.
Describing holiday problems and unexpected events using the past tense to tell a story.
Analyzing the impact of tourism on local environments and discussing eco friendly travel options.
Food and Regional Flavours
Exploring culinary traditions and mastering the language of dining out and food shopping.
Researching and presenting on traditional dishes from various regions where the language is spoken.
Navigating restaurant scenarios including ordering food, asking for the bill, and discussing dietary requirements.
Discussing nutrition and the Mediterranean diet while using partitive articles and quantities.
School Life and Future Goals
Comparing school systems and discussing future aspirations using the near future tense.
Describing a typical day at school and comparing the UK system with schools in the target country.
Discussing dream jobs and the skills required for different professions using the future tense.
Examining access to education and the importance of school rules and uniforms.
Festivals and Celebrations
Exploring cultural traditions and holidays through the lens of community and history.
Learning about major national holidays and the historical events that inspired them.
Describing personal celebrations like birthdays or weddings using a variety of tenses.
Discussing international events like the Olympics or World Cup and their impact on host nations.