The O’Brien International School
Scheme of work for Spanish
We want our children to:
Have the confidence to ‘have a go’ at speaking in Spanish Hear Spanish being spoken in class. Develop accurate pronunciation. Learn Spanish through songs,stories, poem and rhymes. Learn how Spanish is structured differently to English.
Languages Years 1-3
| • Statutory requirements ( National curriculum) | Key Vocabulary | |
| • Pupils should be taught to: • listen attentively to spoken language and show understanding by joining in and responding • explore the patterns and sounds of language through songs and rhymes and link the spelling, sound and meaning of words • engage in conversations; ask and answer questions; express opinions and respond to those of others; seek clarification and help* • speak in sentences, using familiar vocabulary, phrases and basic language structures • develop accurate pronunciation and intonation so that others understand when they are reading aloud or using familiar words and phrases* • present ideas and information orally to a range of audiences* • read carefully and show understanding of words, phrases and simple writing • appreciate stories, songs, poems and rhymes in the language • broaden their vocabulary and develop their ability to understand new words that are introduced into familiar written material, including through using a dictionary • write phrases from memory, and adapt these to create new sentences, to express ideas clearly • describe people, places, things and actions orally* and in writing • understand basic grammar appropriate to the language being studied, including (where relevant): feminine, masculine and neuter forms and the conjugation of high-frequency verbs; key features and patterns of the language; how to apply these, for instance, to build sentences; and how these differ from or are similar to English. • The starred (*) content above will not be applicable to ancient languages. | In Years 1-3 children will learn: Greetings and responding to greetings: Expressing thanks Giving personal details . | Counting and numbers to twenty Giving and following simple instructions. Days of the week Colours Animals Food |
Languages Year 4
| Statutory requirements ( National curriculum) | Key Vocabulary | |
| Pupils should be taught to: • listen attentively to spoken language and show understanding by joining in and responding • explore the patterns and sounds of language through songs and rhymes and link the spelling, sound and meaning of words • engage in conversations; ask and answer questions; express opinions and respond to those of others; seek clarification and help* • speak in sentences, using familiar vocabulary, phrases and basic language structures • develop accurate pronunciation and intonation so that others understand when they are reading aloud or using familiar words and phrases* • present ideas and information orally to a range of audiences* • read carefully and show understanding of words, phrases and simple writing • appreciate stories, songs, poems and rhymes in the language • broaden their vocabulary and develop their ability to understand new words that are introduced into familiar written material, including through using a dictionary • write phrases from memory, and adapt these to create new sentences, to express ideas clearly • describe people, places, things and actions orally* and in writing • understand basic grammar appropriate to the language being studied, including (where relevant): feminine, masculine and neuter forms and the conjugation of high-frequency verbs; key features and patterns of the language; how to apply these, for instance, to build sentences; and how these differ from or are similar to English. • The starred (*) content above will not be applicable to ancient languages. | In Year 4 children will learn: Consolidation of Year 3 plus: Numbers to 50 The weather Months of the year Expressing likes and dislikes Describing people and Parts of the body. | Clothes Family |
Languages Year 5
| Statutory requirements ( National curriculum) | Key Vocabulary |
| Pupils should be taught to: • listen attentively to spoken language and show understanding by joining in and responding • explore the patterns and sounds of language through songs and rhymes and link the spelling, sound and meaning of words • engage in conversations; ask and answer questions; express opinions and respond to those of others; seek clarification and help* • speak in sentences, using familiar vocabulary, phrases and basic language structures • develop accurate pronunciation and intonation so that others understand when they are reading aloud or using familiar words and phrases* • present ideas and information orally to a range of audiences* • read carefully and show understanding of words, phrases and simple writing • appreciate stories, songs, poems and rhymes in the language • broaden their vocabulary and develop their ability to understand new words that are introduced into familiar written material, including through using a dictionary • write phrases from memory, and adapt these to create new sentences, to express ideas clearly • describe people, places, things and actions orally* and in writing • understand basic grammar appropriate to the language being studied, including (where relevant): feminine, masculine and neuter forms and the conjugation of high-frequency verbs; key features and patterns of the language; how to apply these, for instance, to build sentences; and how these differ from or are similar to English. • The starred (*) content above will not be applicable to ancient languages. | In Year 5 children will learn: Consolidation of Year 4 plus: Numbers to 100 Common adjectives e.g. Food and drink Places ( shops, cinema, beach etc) Following and giving simple instructions (directions) . Names of sports Seasons |
Languages Year 6
| Statutory requirements ( National curriculum) | Key Vocabulary |
| Pupils should be taught to: • listen attentively to spoken language and show understanding by joining in and responding • explore the patterns and sounds of language through songs and rhymes and link the spelling, sound and meaning of words • engage in conversations; ask and answer questions; express opinions and respond to those of others; seek clarification and help* • speak in sentences, using familiar vocabulary, phrases and basic language structures • develop accurate pronunciation and intonation so that others understand when they are reading aloud or using familiar words and phrases* • present ideas and information orally to a range of audiences* • read carefully and show understanding of words, phrases and simple writing • appreciate stories, songs, poems and rhymes in the language • broaden their vocabulary and develop their ability to understand new words that are introduced into familiar written material, including through using a dictionary • write phrases from memory, and adapt these to create new sentences, to express ideas clearly • describe people, places, things and actions orally* and in writing • understand basic grammar appropriate to the language being studied, including (where relevant): feminine, masculine and neuter forms and the conjugation of high-frequency verbs; • The starred (*) content above will not be applicable to ancient languages. | In Year 6 children will learn: Consolidation of Year 5 plus: Expressing opinions Basic prepositions of place Classroom objects Clothes Ways of travelling The home Occupations |
