United Kingdom · National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Year 9 Modern Foreign Languages
A comprehensive Year 9 curriculum focusing on advanced linguistic structures, spontaneous speech, and nuanced cultural understanding. Students transition from structured phrases to creative expression in preparation for Key Stage 4 studies.
Identity and Relations
Exploring personal identity, changing friendships, and the evolution of family dynamics in a modern global context.
Discussing the qualities of a good friend and how relationships change over time using the imperfect and present tenses.
Analyzing the impact of digital footprints on personal identity and the ethics of online communication.
The Global Citizen
Investigating environmental challenges and the role of the individual in protecting the planet.
Discussing environmental habits at home and school while introducing the conditional tense for hypothetical solutions.
Using the future tense to predict environmental trends and discuss global initiatives.
Leisure and Media
Examining the influence of cinema, music, and literature on youth culture in the target language speaking world.
Reviewing films and documentaries while learning to express sophisticated opinions and justifications.
Exploring diverse musical genres and the role of lyrics in social commentary.
Future Aspirations
Focusing on career paths, work experience, and the importance of languages in the professional world.
Investigating different professions and the skills required for the modern job market.
Discussing past work experiences and future volunteering goals using a mix of past and future tenses.
Travel and Tourism
Navigating travel scenarios, exploring regional geography, and understanding the impact of tourism on local communities.
Developing functional language for travel, including directions, bookings, and problem solving.
Evaluating the pros and cons of mass tourism versus eco-tourism in popular destinations.
Cultural Heritage
Celebrating festivals, traditions, and the historical milestones of the target language culture.
Exploring unique cultural celebrations and their historical origins.
Investigating how regional cuisine defines identity and the language associated with dining.