MFL
MFL
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Our vision
The MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) Faculty at Meldrum Academy strives to be a welcoming environment where all pupils are proud of their success. We will do this by consistently delivering creative, engaging and challenging lessons matched to the needs and interests of our learners. Skilled questioning and effective feedback from a variety of assessment approaches will lead to resilient and motivated learners who take ownership of their learning and next steps.
About Us
About Us
At Meldrum Academy, the Modern Languages Faculty is passionate about inspiring our young people to communicate with confidence, appreciate different cultures, and develop skills for life and work in a global society. We offer a dynamic curriculum that supports learners at all levels and celebrates linguistic diversity. Through engaging lessons, cultural experiences, and a focus on real-world language use, we aim to equip our pupils with the tools they need to become curious, respectful, and effective global citizens.
BGE (S1,2 & 3) in MFL
BGE (S1,2 & 3) in MFL
SUBJECTS/COURSES OFFERED
SUBJECTS/COURSES OFFERED
S1 French, S1 Modern Languages, S2 French, S3 French, S3 Spanish, S3 Fast-Track German, S3 Beginners German, S3 Languages for Life
BGE
S1 3 periods of French and 1 period of an additional language.
S2 2 periods of French.
S3 choice of French, Spanish, German, Languages for Life – or a combination
Senior Phase
We offer French, German and Spanish in a range of levels as well as online courses in Mandarin, Arabic and Gaelic.
Languages for Work and Culture, N3/4/5/H/AH French, N3/4/5/H/AH Spanish, N3/4/5/H German, N4/5 Mandarin, N5 Gaelic, AH Italian
About the Faculty
About the Faculty
In S1 and S2, pupils study French, building on the language learning they have done in Primary. S1 also get the opportunity to explore a variety of other languages in their MFL period. We aim to build not only the pupils’ knowledge of the language but also their confidence in using the language. A variety of teaching and learning approaches is used to explore and practise these themes, with the pupils being encouraged to be actively involved in developing their language learning and to take increasing responsibility for their own learning and progress. Having achieved a sound grounding in the basic elements of language learning, the opportunity for some personalisation and choice is introduced at the end of S2 when pupils can continue with French or can choose to begin Spanish or German instead of or in addition to French.
All members of the MFL team are real enthusiasts for the languages they teach and are keen to encourage pupils to develop their language skills by using a variety of teaching materials and resources. We are especially keen on digital learning and use a variety of ICT in our lessons including subscriptions to a number of websites.
We recognise the importance a language can play in the workplace and have developed a number of links with outside partners to help pupils develop the skills employers are looking for. In particular, we work closely with SCILT (Scotland’s National Centre for Languages) and pupils always enjoy their events.
Sentence Builder Booklets
Sentence Builder Booklets
Pupils are all issued with sentence builder booklets and are encouraged to regularly consolidate their learning at home. Online versions of these booklets can be found below.
S3 French Sentence Builder Booklet
S3 German Sentence Builder Booklet
Click here to access the MFL area of the Subject Choice website.
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