Languages for all, languages for life
(
DfES
,
December 2002)
The National Languages Strategy for England was
published on the 18th December 2002, in a document
entitled Languages for all: languages for life. One of the
strategy’s key objectives was introducing the Key Stage 2 languages
entitlement: that by 2010, all pupils in KS2 will be entitled to
study a language and to reach a recognised level of competence on
the Common European Framework of Reference for languages.
'Every child should have the
opportunity, throughout KS2, to study a foreign language and
develop their interest in the culture of other nations. They should
have access to high quality teaching and learning opportunities,
making use of native speakers and e-learning.'
(DfES, 2002)
As a result of this part of the strategy,
languages have taken on a new importance in primary schools which
continues to build momentum.
Key
Stage 2 Framework for
Languages
Part 3 (
DCSF
, April
2007)
Parts 1 and 2 (DCSF, October 2005)
The non-statutory guidelines for teaching primary
languages. The Framework provides comprehensive guidance and advice
for teachers and leaders who will plan and deliver the Key Stage 2
entitlement to language learning. For more
information and to download the
Framework, go to Key Stage 2 Framework for
languages.
Languages
Review final report
(Lord Dearing and Lid King, March
2007)
A review of DfES language policy by Lord Dearing
working closely with the National Director of Languages, Lid King.
The review’s aim was to identify factors that could increase uptake
of languages in students aged 14-16 years. Lord Dearing's final
report included the recommendation that languages become a
statutory subject in Key Stage 2 when the primary curriculum is
next reviewed. This recommendation was accepted and an independent
review of the primary curriculum is currently underway, led by Sir
Jim Rose. Find out more at Primary education policy.
A
boost for Modern Foreign Languages: investment between
2005-2008
(DfES, March
2005)
DCSF
leaflet providing an overview of planned government spending on
languages during the period 2005-2008. This includes funding for
initial teacher training, foreign language assistants and
professional development, and plans for launching the Language ladder qualifications framework.
Languages
for all: from strategy to delivery
(DfES, June 2004)
A 2004 report on progress in the implementation of
the National Languages Strategy, including an estimate of the
number of primary schools teaching languages at the time. The
latest 2007 figures now show that some 80 per cent of schools are
already teaching languages or have made plans to do so and a number
have also extended provision into KS1 and Foundation Stage. Find
out more at Primary languages statistics.