An Introduction French A brief description of the course followed in Years 7 and 8. Route Nationale' is used as the basic course book but a lot of ancillary material of all descriptions is used. We adopt a communicative approach from the very beginning.
Work is done in all four language skills of speaking, reading, listening and writing.
As the course progresses the emphasis on writing is increased until it is given as much attention as the other skills. Continuous assessment is carried out, based always on the principle that attainment tests are administered as and when the pupils are ready for them. Topics covered in the first two years include personal identification, food and drink, time, the weather, holidays, camping in France and school life.