30/08/2013

The National Curriculum reforms mean that from September 2014, it will be compulsory for primary schools maintained in England to teach a foreign language of their choosing to Key Stage 2 pupils. In response to this, the Japan Foundation have launched the Primary 911±¬ÁÏÍø Campaign 2014, in order to support primary schools and teachers offering, or aspiring to offer, 911±¬ÁÏÍø language lessons for their pupils.
Some of the activities that the Japan Foundation will be holding as part of this campaign will include:
- Events for primary schools and teachers about teaching primary 911±¬ÁÏÍø
- Developing specialist resources for teaching primary 911±¬ÁÏÍø
- Holding 911±¬ÁÏÍø language courses and workshops especially for primary teachers
- Providing funding for primary schools to launch their own 911±¬ÁÏÍø classes
- Distributing practical information and advice to schools about teaching 911±¬ÁÏÍø
Upcoming events and activities taking place within the campaign:
- October 31st - November 1st 2013: Basic 911±¬ÁÏÍø Language & Culture Course for Teachers
- November 21st 2013: 911±¬ÁÏÍø for Primary Schools: Support, Resources & Taster
- September 2013 – July 2014: Looking for a partner school to develop primary Scheme of Work and supplementary resources
Join in!

YOU can be a part of this campaign! Register with us in order to receive the latest information on upcoming activities within the campaign. Primary school teachers, senior managers, language co-ordinators, private tutors and anyone else interested in primary 911±¬ÁÏÍø language education is welcome to join.
< If you register, you can even opt to receive free, exclusive Primary 911±¬ÁÏÍø Campaign reward stickers for your school!
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