French

French at CHS South opens doors to communication, culture, and connection with the wider world. Our curriculum inspires a love of languages, develops confidence, and builds resilience. By exploring French-speaking countries and their cultures, students gain intellectual curiosity, empathy, and a broader perspective that prepares them to thrive in an increasingly global society.

 

Our Intent

Our mission is to spark a lifelong love of languages, equip students with the tools to communicate effectively, and foster curiosity about different cultures, developing Creative, Happy, and Successful learners.

The French Department aims to:

• Ignite a passion for exploring languages and cultures.

• Build confidence in communication and literacy skills.

• Promote resilience and independence through grammar and vocabulary mastery.

• Encourage tolerance, respect, and empathy through cultural understanding.

• Provide a strong foundation for success in GCSE and beyond.

 

Curriculum Information

Key Stage 3

Year 7 French Year 8 French Year 9 French

Key Stage 4

Year 10 French

Year 11 French

 

Why Study French?

Studying French at CHS South develops valuable skills that go beyond the classroom:

Communication – express yourself clearly and confidently in another language.

Cultural awareness – understand and appreciate different traditions, lifestyles, and perspectives.

Resilience – master grammar, vocabulary, and tenses through practice and perseverance.

Confidence – engage in conversations, presentations, and authentic materials.

Transferable skills – organisation, problem-solving, independence, and empathy.

 

Meet the Team

Mr. Hosty – Curriculum Leader for Modern Foreign Languages

Mrs. Chongwain - Teacher

Ms. Garcia Pena - Teacher

Miss. Genty - Teacher

Miss. Holden - Teacher

Mr. Newsholme - Teacher

Miss. Osborne - Teacher

 

Enrichment Opportunities

Students can extend their language journey through:

• Trips abroad and cultural visits

• Film screenings and French culture clubs

• Speaking competitions and language challenges

• Cross-curricular projects and international partnerships

 

Further Study:

• A Level French / other modern foreign languages

• University-level study in Languages, International Relations, or Translation/Interpreting

 

Career Links:

Communication & Translation Interpreter Translator Diplomatic Services Journalist	Business & Industry International Marketing Tourism Global Trade Event Management
Education MFL Teacher University Lecturer Language Coach	Culture & Travel Travel Consultant Tour Manager Airline Industry International Aid Worker
Media & Technology Content Creator Subtitler Bilingual Customer Relations	Public Services Armed Forces Police Civil Service EU/UN Organisations

Learning French is more than just learning a language – it’s learning to see the world through a new lens.