“A different language is a different vision of life.”
Federico Fellini
Redriff’s Mandarin Intent
Our Mandarin curriculum:
- ensures all pupils receive a high quality education in Modern Foreign Languages
- fosters pupils’ curiosity from EYFS to Year 6
- deepens their understanding of the world
- develops understanding of their own culture and those of others
- encourages respect of diversity
- cultivates a love of learning languages
- develops pupils’ confidence in speaking, listening, writing and reading Mandarin
Redriff’s Mandarin Implementation
Our Mandarin curriculum:
- follows the Confucius Institute at London Southbank University planning
- is adapted for the context of our school
- is taught by specialist teachers from China
- is taught weekly for 45 minute lessons
- is deliberately well sequenced to support children making connections through year groups
- uses a variety of high quality resources
- involves learning through performances such as songs, role play and rhyme
- celebrates Chinese traditions such as Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival
Redriff’s Mandarin Impact
Our children:
- are aware that language has a structure and that this differs from one language to another
- develop their language and communication skills in Mandarin
- have an understanding of Chinese culture
- are prepared for KS3 where they will continue developing their language skills
We celebrate Lunar New Year every year by learning about the traditions and legends associated with the festival. You can watch our assembly about Lunar New Year, made by our Mandarin teacher here.