Shows
The Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN Members Upcoming eventsGet 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
2025-04-2514 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesBoost non-specialist confidence with Primary LanguagesLink through to webinar
https://youtu.be/oujKUcWKoHQ
Buy Will's book
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Speak-French-Non-Specialist-Languages/dp/B0F2TSYB76
2025-04-2413 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesWill AI take over teaching foreign languages? Mythbuster #2In 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
2025-03-0617 minThe Voice of Primary Languages'I'm not fluent, I cant teach languages!' Mythbuster series Episode 1Think 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, this episode is for you!
2025-02-2720 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAddressing recent negativity around Primary LanguagesIn 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
2025-02-1416 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesHow Ofsted reforms could affect Primary LanguagesArticle 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
2025-02-0417 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesIs there room for Primary Languages in an overcrowded curriculum?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
2025-01-1319 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAbove & Beyond 2025 Conference- Primary Languages NetworkClick 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
2024-12-1221 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesWhat you missed at the Above and Beyond Conference 2024Join 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
2024-06-2821 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesHow to find simple tips and quick wins in Primary LanguagesWill 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
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Book a call
https://primarylanguages.network/virtual-tour
2024-06-0610 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesMassive update to our scheme- Video2Teach 2.0- More immersive and engaging than ever!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
2024-05-1513 minThe Voice of Primary Languages10 inspiring and simple Olympic ideas for Primary Languages- Joanne EccleshareJoanne talks today about her brand new video course
Click on the link below to sign up
10 Inspiring and simple Olympic ideas video course
2024-05-0105 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesTake control and transform your Primary Languages today!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
2024-04-1905 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesHow to nurture inspiring Primary Languages in your schoolIn this podcast, the team discuss recent visits to school and how to nurture inspiring primary languages
2024-03-2217 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesCan Sylvia Learn a new language // French editionIn 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
2024-03-1907 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesCan Tess learn a new language // Spanish Novice- Episode 1In 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.
2024-03-1205 min2024-03-0713 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPLDA // French Rap idea //ConferenceThis 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
2024-02-2915 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN Conference 2024 /// Planet Awards 2024In 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
2024-02-2212 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAbove and Beyond- Conference, Consultations and CPDTo book a ticket for the Above and Beyond 2024 conference click here
To book a consultation click here
2023-09-1411 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesEuropean Day of Languages Song 2023/24Listen 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
2023-09-0711 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAsk the experts #4 Develop teacher subject knowledge// Use of grammarIn this episode, Kate and Emilie, discuss supporting teachers, especially non-specialists. They also answer a question about grammar use when teaching languages
2023-07-0617 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAsk the Experts- Mixed-aged class solutions in Primary LanguagesIn 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
2023-06-1716 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesAsk the Experts #2 // How much Target Language?// Streamlined SoW //ides for ’one off’ lessonIn this episode Catherine and Emilie talk about use of target language, ideas for streamlining and one-off lesson ideas
2023-05-1924 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesAsk the Experts #1 // Transition// Latin // Lesson lengthIn Episode 1, Kate, Emilie, and Catherine focus on the questions asked about transition, lesson length and alternative languages
Feel free to comment and subscribe!
2023-05-1214 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesCoronation resources and the new KS1PLN Podcast - Coronation and KS1
Listen to Catherine, Kate, Emilie and Will talk through some of the upcoming resources for the coronation, ideas of how to use them, and exciting updates on our new KS1 scheme of work - KS1 Language Explorers.
More details to follow in the PLN newsletter...
2023-03-1616 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesEuropean Day of Languages 2022An update from Kate and Catherine about what we have on offer for the European day of languages 2022
2022-09-1509 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesCountdown to the conference and summer resourcesIn Summer 2 there are plenty of Seasonal Specials and Cross Curricular resources and lessons for you to use on the Primary Languages VLE. From Father’s Day and end of year celebrations to bees, sports and even sandwiches, there are plenty of activities to choose from!
Listen to Will and Catherine run through a selection of special lessons and plan them in for a super Summer 2!
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2022-06-0910 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesZoomed out! Languages Virtual Conference 2022Have a listen and find out more about our upcoming conference: the theme, content for each day, and how to get involved. Also, we share Summer 2 CPD dates.
Sign up now: Zoomed Out: PLN Virtual Conference 2022
2022-04-2811 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesNew Click2Teach, Seasonal specials and Primary Languages consultanciesJoin Will, Catherine and Kate as they talk about:
- the new Click2Teach and the session you can get involved with on 24th January
- Seasonal Specials resources to look at for February and March
- Kate's consultancy work and how it could benefit your school
2022-01-1315 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesClick2Teach Version 2.0, CPD dates & looking ahead to SpringListen in as Catherine, Will and Kate discuss all things Spring Term: Click2Teach version 2.0, CPD dates for your diary and engaging in the CPD journey.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas from Primary Languages Network and we look forward to working with you in the new year.
2021-12-0914 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesChristmas and winter resources and ideas (sorry!)- PLN PodcastToday Catherine and WIll discusses Christmas and winter resources
List of resources
2021-11-1815 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesMixed-aged class solutions using PLNMixed-age class ideas
If you have mixed-age classes in your school and you're unsure on how to approach your language lessons, have a listen to this short podcast with a range of different suggestions and top tips.
Listen, take notes, and decide on the best approach for your school. Whatever you decide, we are here to support you.
2021-10-1511 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesLanguages day and CPD for members- PLN newsletterJoin Kate, Catherine, and Will for an update on all things PLN.
2021-09-2017 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesVirtual conference /// Premium plus - PLN UpdatesFor information and to sign up for the conference please visit
https://primarylanguages.network/reaching-out-conference
For more information on the premium plus scheme of work
https://primarylanguages.network/premium-plus
Contact us
will@primarylanguages.network
catherine@primarylanguages.network
sylvia@primarylanguages.network
2021-05-2013 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesTrial our new membership type! Creativity masterclass and more- PLN NewsletterIn this episode, Will and Catherine update you about:
Creativity Masterclasses
Premium Plus membership
CPD journey
New videos and resources
A request… send us your videos around the theme of 10 in any language
Feel free to get in touch with us:
catherine@primarylanguages.network
will@primarylanguages.network
2021-04-2819 min2021-03-1719 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesCourses and upskilling available when joining Primary Languages NetworkA short podcast, detailing what courses you have available when joining PLN
2021-03-0804 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN Newsletter 01/03/21- How to restart your school languages with PLNThe podcast is back!
Join Catherine and Will in an update on how to use PLN materials to reignite your language learning with in-school teaching. Simple tactics and techniques for getting languages going again in primary school.
Please share, what are you doing to reignite language learning, get in touch catherine@primarylanguages.network. We will shout you out in the next podcast
2021-03-0118 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesHow PLN are helping with home learning and key workersStrange times indeed!
Hope everybody and their loved ones are doing well, this podcast is just to reach out with what we are currently offering to members and non-members in help with this whole 'national crisis'
1. Home learning and key workers projects found on the dashboards
2. Ideas for home learning posted on our Instagram, follow us at primarylanguagesnetwork
3. Revision videos with Irene and Emilie our French and Spanish speakers, videos will be up on Youtube search Primary Languages Network
4. Any questions or enquiries don't hesitate to...
2020-03-3105 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesSpecialist Teachers- Making the most of your teacher membershipPodcast about making the most of your teacher membership. In line with blog post on the webpage
2020-02-2718 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesKnowledge Organisers- With Catherine and WillIf you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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In todays episode, we talk about knowledge organizers
We have recently created them in line with all the content on the scheme of work, and be used in a multitude of different ways as explained on...
2020-01-0908 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesIdeas for Xmas- With Emilie and KateIf you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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All the ideas discussed today are found on the VLE, follow this pathway
Dashboard --> Seasonal specials --> Hot topics --> Christmas --> select language
2019-11-2709 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesAll about our Language teachers- Janet and Emilie (coordinator)If you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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This weeks podcast is a conversation between Janet Lloyd and Emilie Woodroffe (Language teachers coordinator)
Any enquiries, don't hesitate to contact Emilie - emilie@primarylanguages.network
2019-11-0409 minThe Voice of Primary Languages5 updates to the PLN Scheme of WorkIf you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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This week is all about scheme of work updates, Will, Janet and Emilie talk through the updates that have occurred since the start of the year
Summary of updates
1. Language Detectives resources- Phonetic de...
2019-10-2318 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesLanguages Ideas for Bonfire Night- Catherine SimmsIf you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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This week’s podcast is all about being Bonfire Night. Listen along with Catherine and Will as they talk about how you can celebrate Bonfire Night with your language learners across school.
We will run thr...
2019-10-1406 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPractical solutions to tackling OFSTED in Primary Languages- Catherine SimmsIf you like what you are hearing, then please subscribe and give us some support!
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This week’s podcast is all about being Ofsted ready. Listen along with Catherine and Will as they talk about how to prepare for an Ofsted visit, what Ofsted would be looking for and how the resources on...
2019-10-1114 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesKS1 and KS2 Language Learning- with Emilie, Janet and JoanneFirst of all
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In short, this week's podcast is a really good listen!
This week is all about looking at language learning in KS1 and KS2, these three people are very experienced in all aspects of Primary Language learning, and offer their perspectives o...
2019-10-0713 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesTop tips for European Languages Day- With Catherine Simms (Network Coordinator)Like what you hear? Have you considered commenting or subscribing to the podcast
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This weeks podcast is all about EDoL (European day of languages). Listen along with Catherine and Will talking about the ins and outs of running a successful day. It doesn't have to be stressful as if you are a member of PLN, you already have access to a plethora of different idea and resources
We wi...
2019-09-1913 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesJanet Lloyd is Looking forward to September- Extra teaching resources on the VLE- Episode 3/3Like what you hear? Have you considered commenting or subscribing to the podcast
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First two episodes of the series below
Episode 1- New and updated SoW's
Episode 2- Support we offer to you
This week and the final episode of this series are all about the extra teaching resources you can discover on our dashboard on the VLE. We have so much for you to explore and...
2019-09-0213 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesJanet Lloyd is Looking forward to September- PLN Support- Episode 2/3Firstly, please subscribe to this podcast
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To view the first episode on our updates to the new SoW click here
This episode talks about how Primary Languages network can support you as the teacher or coordinator at your school
We have always been cooperative and supportive to those around us, and the business and all of what we offer has matured purely down the fact that we listen to what you guys need.
In this podcast, Janet outlays what we ca...
2019-08-2809 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesJanet Lloyd is Looking forward to September- Updated SoW's- Episode 1/3At Primary Languages Network things have been changing and updating. We are happy to now release some big changes for the new academic year.
In this short podcast series, Janet speaks about what she is looking forward to introducing in regards to Primary Languages network
This first episode is about all things Schemes of work, the KS2 schemes of work can be found on your dashboard when logging in, and have been built for different reasons, to summarise
click2teach- for the non-specialist
becreative- for the confident teacher
2019-08-2211 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesTeaching mindfulness and yoga in a foreign language- Irene HernandezThis week's podcast is about all things well-being and mental health. We at PLN highly value the importance of educating children about their own well-being, none more so than Irene Hernandez our in-house yogi and mindfulness practitioner. It just so happens, that teaching MFL ties in really nicely!
Irene is a passionate and enthusiastic Spanish teacher for PLN, but she also does Spanish super days of yoga in schools and has helped massively with the mindfulness videos. You will also recognize her in all of our Spanish native speaker video clips,
If PLN had celebrities...
2019-07-1720 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesGet Ready for September 5/5- How to create your Coordinator FileHave you listened to the previous two episodes? If not below are links to them
Episode 1- Action Plan
Episode 2- MTP and LTO's
Episode 3- CPD and upskilling
Episode 4- European Day of Languages
In this 5 part short podcast series, Catherine (Network Coordinator) takes you through a simple step by step process, getting you ready for September in regards to Languages coordination and teaching
This week and final episode, Catherine takes you through the beginnings of building an effective MFL coordinators folder, ready to be built f...
2019-07-0909 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesGet Ready for September episode 4- EDoL & Languages celebration dayHave you listened to the previous two episodes? If not below are links to them
Episode 1- Action Plan
Episode 2- MTP and LTO's
Episode 3- CPD and upskilling
In this 5 part short podcast series, Catherine (Network Coordinator) takes you through a simple step by step process, getting you ready for September in regards to Languages coordination and teaching
This weeks episode, Catherine takes you through the initial preparation for European Day of Languages or hosting a languages celebration day
After this episode you should feel prepared to...
2019-07-0106 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesGet Ready for September 3/5- CPD and UpskillingHave you listened to the previous two episodes? If not below are links to them
Episode 1- Action Plan
Episode 2- MTP and LTO's
This weeks episode is about all things upskilling and CPD. If you are a member of PLN, you are entitled to so much training and support, and now is a great time to figure out what exactly you or your staff require in order to provide you with the support and training to deliver languages effectively
You are entitled to a one-to-one coordinator training with C...
2019-06-2007 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesGetting ready for September- Episode 2/5- MTP and LTOThis is the second part of a five-part series in getting yourself prepared for next years teaching, this is a step by step process and therefore it is recommended to listen in to the first one before listening to this episode
Link to Episode 1 - Action planning
The second episode of the series is about looking at your planning for next year. Locating, printing and reading through what is going to occur, will strengthen your idea upon the curriculum and also give you more guidance to ensure your staff are following along
Access...
2019-06-1611 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesGet Ready for September 1/5- Action Plan!In this 5 part short podcast series, Catherine (Network Coordinator) takes you through a simple step by step process, getting you ready for September in regards to Languages coordination and teaching
First of all, understand why getting ready now is important.
Then, the first episode is all about reviewing how the year went, looking at the targets you set and creating an action plan for the year ahead. Spot improvement points and celebrate your year's victories. This first epsidode will set you up for the rest fo the series
2019-06-0707 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesJanet Lloyd recommends simple Spanish stories for effective language learningIn this podcast, Janet Lloyd considers simple and effective use of Spanish storybooks to enhance primary languages teaching and learning for all teachers and children, especially if you are a Primary Languages Network member.
Take a listen and explore how you can develop creative and memorable Spanish learning opportunities linked to storybooks, including display and performance. Books and ideas are transferable to other target languages too and will fit beautifully with our Ready Made French KS2 and German KS2 schemes of work options too.
Share stories right from the beginning. for example with our Ready...
2019-06-0414 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesJanet Lloyd recommends books for your class (French edition)- PLN PodcastEveryone loves a story.
In this podcast, Janet shares books that complement themes and certain units of work in primary French, especially if you are a Primary Languages Network member*.
Have a listen and see how and why you should consider adding a book to your teaching and learning of languages.
Take a listen and explore ways that you can develop display and creative learning with a story time in French.
From our Ready Made SOW Year 3 Autumn 1 and 2 work on colours and reading as a class the very simple story book “Toutes le...
2019-05-2713 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesHow to develop your languages teaching-- Susanne Wilson-- Training Coordinator @PLNSusanne Wilson is the training coordinator at PLN and helps develops teachers ability to coordinate and teach languages more effectively at their schools. Her insights in languages are incredible and she has an ability to breakdown complex ideas into simple and fun ways of sharing them.
In this podcast Susanne, first of all, tells her story of her passion for learning languages and then moves on to some troubleshooting for potential scenarios for MFL coordinators and teachers alike
Furthermore, she will be speaking at the conference on June 27th- More info found here
Mo...
2019-04-2535 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesHow to exhibit languages at your school- Paul Phillips- PLN PodcastSimply put, Paul Phillips is a wizard when it comes to exhibiting languages at this school in Whitby. He is a man of invaluable knowledge in regards to practicality, simplicity and whole school engagement, and in this podcast, he provides you with some great ideas whether you are an NQT or more experienced teacher. He also has managed to master using all his resources available to him to create an exciting and engaging language learning experience for children for example school grounds, cross-curricular activities and the PLN online resources
Listen to how he has planned a Spanish sty...
2019-04-1733 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesJohn Rolfe MBE and Wendy de CorteThis is a great chat with John Rolfe MBE and Wendy de Corte, covering all things about how to get involved with the British Council, creating links with schools outside the UK, and of course, John receiving his MBE for his service!
for more info about linking your school go to www.britishcouncil.org
for enquiries about membership and resources go to our website www.primarylanguages.network
2019-04-0224 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesNews Podcast- March 2019This is the March edition of the podcast, all things to do with the conference, CPD, premium dashboard and local network meetings
for CPD enquiries contact susanne@primarylanguages.network
for LNM enquiries contact coordinator@primarylanguages.network
to ask about the new dashboard contact will@primarylanguages.network
to try out all our resources go to www.primarylanguages.network/tryitnow
Any other enquiries go to www.primarylanguages.network
2019-03-2007 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesAn interview with Suzanne O'Farrell -- Revitalising languages in schoolsThis podcast is a conversation with Suzanne O'Farrell, responsible for the revival of education in secondary schools in her role for ASCL and an experienced Head Teacher and MFL teacher, she offers great insights into her previous roles and future ambitions in regards to education
Overall Suzanne is a bubbly and enthusiastic leader in our sector and somebody (after listening to this podcast) in which we can put our trust in, to continue to maintain and improve standards in regards to modern foreign languages in primary and secondary schools
2019-03-0432 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN Podcast -- Therese ComfortTodays podcast is with Therese Comfort, a primary school teacher and former national lead for primary languages at CiLT.
Therese brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and practical approaches to in-class teaching of primary languages for both the specialist and the non-specialist teacher.
2019-02-0559 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN News podcast- Feb 19 // Click2Teach // PLN Conference 2019 // CPD and associate updatesWelcome to the Primary Languages News podcast for February 2019
In this months discussion points, we introduce the new 'Click2Teach' curriculum, which runs alongside the ready-made, but is designed to get your schools non-specialists teaching languages, with its easier to use, game-based, less in-depth curriculum.
Also, we will update you on the PLN conference date and theme and upcoming LNM meetings dates. We also look into what Susanne has been doing with the ITT training, get an update from Emilie in regards to our languages associates and its prospective expansion, and finally receive admin updates f...
2019-01-3110 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPLN News update- January 2019- Mindfulness -- Premium Membership -- ITT Training -- PLDAHappy New Year! Welcome to 2019
This is our monthly news update for all things occurring of the world of PLN.
This month Will is discussing:
The effectiveness of using mindfulness in the classroom
The benefits fo the premium membership
The success and details of our ITT training
Last Year Primary Languages Development Award receivers
Updates about the growth of PLN and our associates
Resources to use in the new year
if you are interested in any of what is said here are links to:
Mindfulness
ITT
Membership
PLDA
Resources blog
2019-01-0716 minThe Voice of Primary LanguagesPrimary Languages Podcast #2 --- Meet the team - Emilie WoodroffeWelcome to episode 2 of the primary languages podcast, where I sit down and have a conversation with Emilie Woodroffe. Emilie is now the associate coordinator at PLN, and has worked for nearly 10 years with Janet Lloyd. Tune in to this conversation about how she moved to England from France, and how she has ended up in a role tailormade for her abilities and interests, from British council associate to associate languages coordinator
2018-12-1245 min
The Voice of Primary LanguagesPrimary Languages Podcast #1 'A child only gets one opportunity of being 8 years old' - Janet LloydJanet has been involved in languages teaching for 30+ years, and throughout has occupied the role of teacher, consultant, university lecturer and now business owner, listen to her inspiring story about how she carved out a role tailor made for her ability, creativity and intuition. However, she will be the first to tell you that the plot of her lifelong passion was never planned as expected!
Listen to Janet speak about the journey she has undertook to reach the point of where she is at today, enjoy insights about what she thinks is important within the classroom, and...
2018-11-301h 02