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to the primary languages website!

The national gateway to advice, information and support for everyone interested in language teaching in the primary school.

From professional development and practical teaching ideas to resources and research, networking and news, it's all here at the CILT primary languages website.

policy

Update from Department for Education on primary languages

The Government has issued a statement updating on the status of the primary curriculum and primary languages, including outlining plans up to March 2011.

Read the statement.

features

  • Linguistic upskillingLanguage upskilling specification  Supporting the development of linguistic upskilling courses for primary teachers and teaching assistants. CILT is running four training conferences focusing on developing courses using the specification in June and July. Find out more.
  • Apply now for the Primary Teachers' ProjectPrimary Teachers' Project Develop your language skills and spend a week work shadowing in a primary school abroad. Apply now for this exciting opportunity. Find out more.
  • Lift off for primary languages packLift Off for Primary Languages! Order extra copies from CILT's online shop. This pack is full of resources for the subject coordinator. Click here to place your order.

latest news

  • Statement from the Department for Education Official update on primary languages pending the curriculum review. More
  • TDA versions of QCDA Schemes of Work available here Download these resources specifically adapted by CILT for initial teacher trainees. More
  • New on the site: Organising a Spanish day One teacher's practical step-by-step guide. More 
  • Primary Languages Show handouts online Download any materials you missed in March. More

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