At Key Stage 3, pupils learn to appreciate different countries, cultures and people. Intercultural understanding is an important aspect. Pupils develop insight into other cultures. This may include everyday life, festivals and events that are important in a nation.

They develop the ability to understand and communicate in another language. This can support them in leisure and employment.

During Key Stage 3, pupils work on techniques to help them memorise words, phrases and spellings. They may use their knowledge of English or another language to help them. Dictionaries and other reference materials also form part of language learning strategies they develop in Key Stage 3. Pupils become aware of clues that can help them understand what they hear. For example, facial expression or body language and listening for key words.

Pupils at Key Stage 3 develop language skills by listening for detail, skimming and scanning texts to identify main points and use the correct intonation and pronunciation. They ask and answer questions to build their ability to sustain conversations. Pupils are expected to write clearly in the language they are learning.

The resources in this section can be used to support the curriculum at Key Stage 3 and schemes of work that are in place.