At Beaconside Primary and Nursery School, the Spanish curriculum for Key Stage 2 is thoughtfully designed and self-created to ensure a coherent and progressive language learning journey that meets the statutory requirements of the National Curriculum for Languages. The curriculum prioritises regular revisiting, application, and extension of prior learning, enabling pupils to build on their linguistic knowledge and skills systematically. 

The curriculum is tailored to the needs of our pupils by embedding principles that foster autonomy, confidence, and collaboration. Pupils are encouraged to work independently, in pairs, and small groups, promoting peer learning and communication skills. Emphasis on pronunciation, memory, sentence building, performance, and creativity ensures that pupils engage actively and meaningfully with the language, which supports cognitive development. 

The curriculum is aspirational, aiming not only for linguistic competence but also for the development of transferable skills such as critical thinking, resilience, and self-motivation. It prepares pupils for progression into Key Stage 3 language learning by providing a strong foundation in vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, aligned with our strategic partnership with the local secondary school. This progression supports our vision to equip pupils with the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Whole School Aims

Language learning enriches pupils’ understanding of cultural diversity and global citizenship, directly supporting our aim to instil personal moral values and respect for cultural and religious diversity. The curriculum also promotes pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development by exposing them to different cultures through language, enhancing their empathy and broadening their worldviews.

Subject Vision

Beaconside teaches Spanish to provide pupils with a vital skill for global communication and cultural understanding, essential in today’s interconnected world. The intent is for pupils to develop linguistic competence that allows them to communicate effectively, think critically, and appreciate the richness of other cultures, thereby fostering open-mindedness and curiosity.

Our vision is to cultivate confident, autonomous language learners who can apply their knowledge creatively and practically.