The Voice of Primary Languages

In this episode, Tess & Will dive into the most common questions teachers and schools have when getting started with the platform. We cover everything from adding students and logging in with QR codes, to how Boosters work, who chooses the weekly games, and whether they need to tie directly into classroom learning. We also tackle teacher and admin management—like setting up staff, viewing the...

Get in touch regarding workbooks or any other enquiries. contact us coordinator@primarylanguages,network . Below are links to book onto CPD sessions PLN conference Developing leadership in Primary Languages Work Moderation CPD Begin primary phonics CPD

Link through to webinar https://youtu.be/oujKUcWKoHQ   Buy Will's book https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Speak-French-Non-Specialist-Languages/dp/B0F2TSYB76    

In this episode Kate & Will discuss the growing influence of AI in languages. Are languages losing their value in the curriculum? Should we all be worrying about it?   They debunk the myths and worries in the episode

Think you need to be fluent to teach languages? Think again! In this first episode of our Mythbuster Series, we tackle the common misconception that only fluent speakers can teach languages. We’ll explore why confidence, creativity, and the right resources matter more than perfect proficiency. Whether you're a teacher hesitant to introduce a new language or just curious about language learning, th...

In this podcast, we respond to some recent negativity surrounding Primary Languages. Will & Emilie offer a primary perspective of recent comments on whether Primary Languages should be scrapped!   Listen to The Kate Languages podcast episode here

Article link   This podcast looks at the recent Ofsted reform, and how it may affect Primary Languages   We would love to hear from you about this!   Please comment your thoughts, or email us at will@primarylanguages.network    

In this podcast Will & Kate discuss the importance of PFL in the curriculum To reads Kate blog, click here To book a free trial with PLN click here

Click here to see the Above and Beyond conference 2025    Come join us for a great day of CPD and network sharing   In this podcast Will & Kate share the agenda for the Above & Beyond conference 2025  

Join Tess, Sylvia and Will as they review the fantastic conference hosted on the 20th June. Find out their best moments of the day   If you are wanting to book early bird tickets for next year click here

Will and Tess share with you some quick wins and simple tips that PLN offer for free   Link to planet awards page https://primarylanguages.network/planet-awards Instagram primarylanguagesnetwork Book a call https://primarylanguages.network/virtual-tour

Join Emilie and Will as we talk through the new Video2teach 2.0 update. More immersive and engaging than ever. Find out more on the link below   Click on the link below- https://primarylanguages.network/video2teach2

Joanne talks today about her brand new video course   Click on the link below to sign up   10 Inspiring and simple Olympic ideas video course

This podcast is about a free online video course built to take control of and transform primary languages. Find out from Will about the course detail. Link below to sign up for the course   https://primarylanguages.network/takecontrolandtransform

In this podcast, the team discuss recent visits to school and how to nurture inspiring primary languages

In this episode, Sylvia, our resident languages expert, begins her journey to learning French   Sylvia can speak over 5 languages to a high level, and is always looking fo an extra challenge   Find out with us, over the next few weeks how she gets a long with french

In this first of a mini-series, Tess starts her Spanish learning journey using our schemes of work. Tess is an employee at PLN but not a language specialist, her confidence is low in speaking and wants to learn Spanish. 

This week Catherine, Kate and Will talk about the PLDA, and also a great idea for rapping for memorization of vocab   Get in touch with us-  Kate@primarylanguages.network will@primarylanguages.network catherine@primarylanguages.network  

In this episode, Kate and Will share the full lineup for the PLN conference 2024, Above and Beyond, and also discuss the fantastic new Planet Awards, allowing schools to get the recognition they deserve for primary languages  Links below Above and Beyond Conference Planet Awards 2024

To book a ticket for the Above and Beyond 2024 conference click here   To book a consultation click here 

Listen as Will and Catherine discuss the resources for European Day of Languages 2023, including this year's song, follow-up resources, previous themes and more.  To find all the resources, click the link:  European Day of Languages resources

In this episode, Kate and Emilie, discuss supporting teachers, especially non-specialists. They also answer a question about grammar use when teaching languages

In this episode Catherine talks about how to solve the puzzle of mixed aged class solutions in your school   You can book a free consultation with Catherine or Kate here

In this episode Catherine and Emilie talk about use of target language, ideas for streamlining and one-off lesson ideas