Keep yourself informed with the latest primary languages research.

Choose from:

• Longitudinal studies
  Work towards implementing the primary languages entitlement is being closely followed by two major studies. Read summaries of the research and latest reports.
• CILT projects
  Researching models of good practice to successfully teach languages to young learners. Discover CILT's work in transition, linking primaries with language colleges and the ELL initiative.
• Key Stage 2 language learning pathfinders
  Following the launch of the National Languages Strategy, primary languages were introduced in 19 Pathfinder Local Authorities. Learn about delivering the entitlement in these areas.
• DCSF projects
  Commissioned research to inform and evaluate policy - pilot project to support young bilinguals.
• QCDA projects
  Research examining place of languages in the primary curriculum.
• Useful references
  Journals, books and chapters relating to some key topics in early language learning.