Modern Foreign Languages

The students at The Bulmershe School enjoy learning in a highly active and busy Modern Foreign Languages Department. All students study either French or Spanish throughout Years 7, 8 and 9. Students can choose to continue with their studied language at GCSE. In each year group, they develop their skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing through a wide range of activities.

The MFL Department, composed of five specialist teachers, has a very positive and exciting atmosphere and continues to develop in new and innovative ways. Teachers’ expectations of students are high, and we encourage them to challenge themselves in lessons. We use a variety of innovative, dynamic, engaging and collaborative teaching and learning methods in the classroom. Our curriculum provides opportunities for all students to gain an increasing understanding of grammatical structures, which are the foundation of language development. We teach phonics alongside grammar and vocabulary so that students develop confidence in speaking the language. By developing students’ listening, speaking, reading, writing and memory skills, the MFL team instils in them the foundations for future language study. Academic success is naturally important, but the team is also enthusiastic and passionate about fostering a love of languages. We aim to help students understand and appreciate different countries, cultures, people and communities, so they begin to think of themselves as citizens of the world as well as of the United Kingdom.

To ensure that students learn successfully and are able to realise their potential, the MFL Faculty aims to understand their strengths and areas for development, adapt our teaching styles accordingly and select appropriate materials. We have a wide range of resources available and subscribe to various online platforms that students can access from home. We are well equipped to deliver home and blended learning when necessary, including live lessons.

GCSE Spanish

Exam Board: Edexcel

Find out more about the GCSE Spanish Course: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/spanish-2024.html

GCSE French

Exam Board: Edexcel

Find out more about the GCSE French Course: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/french-2024.html

A-level Spanish

Exam Board: Edexcel

Find out more about the A-level Spanish Course: 
​https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/spanish-2016.html

A-level French

Exam Board: Edexcel

Find out more about the A-level French Course: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/french-2016.html

Teaching Staff

Miss K Hudson
Head of Faculty
khudson@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

Mme R Gardiner
2nd in Department
rgardiner@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

Miss V Patey  
vpatey@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

Mr F Tomas  
ftomas@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

Mrs L Debiais
ldebiais@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

Extra-Curricular Activities

We run a range of extra-curricular activities and trips abroad, which aim to really involve students in their language learning as well as experience the cultures of the countries.