Early Primary French Overview 

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Saying your name French Lingobox
Saying your name French Lingobox
This page gives you an overview of all the Early Primary French Lingobox topics. You’ll see who this level is for, how Early French works, key features of Early Level learning, sample Learning Intentions and Success Criteria, and a full list of Early Level Lingoboxes to explore.
To explore individual resources, simply click on a Lingobox title below. You can also jump to the full list of topics here.
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Lingobox Early Level French: What is it? Who is it for?

Level: Early Level learners (aged 3–6). These Lingoboxes also suit slightly older children (aged 7–9) who are learning French for the first time.
Who is it for? Early French aligns with Early Level (Scotland), EYFS and KS1 (England & Wales), and equivalent early years frameworks used internationally. The structure, topics and progression easily map to global primary curricula, making Early French ideal for schools in the UK and abroad looking for a clear, playful introduction to French for young learners aged 3–6.
Teachers across Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, India and South Africa already use these Lingoboxes successfully.
Description: Early French introduces language through songs, actions, games, flashcards, sound boards and everyday routines. Short, playful sessions help children build strong listening, speaking, and pronunciation foundations.

Key features of Early Primary French

Elementary French
Elementary French
  • Simple games, songs and activities introducing language aurally and visually
  • Lots of songs, stories, rhymes and actions to build confidence
  • Active, movement-based learning (TPR)
  • Short, dynamic activities perfect for Early Years learners
  • Focus on listening and speaking — no reading or writing required
  • High repetition through routines and songs
  • Encourages sound awareness and early pronunciation skills
  • Multi-sensory play supporting memory, participation and enjoyment

 

Learning Intentions & Success Criteria

Primary French Planners KS2 Scheme of Work
Primary French Planners, Trackers and Self-Assessment Star Trackers
Learning Intentions and Success Criteria are embedded and aligned throughout all our French Lingoboxes, planners and trackers. To give teachers a clear sense of how these are framed at Early Level, we’ve included some sample Learning Intentions and Success Criteria below.

Sample Learning Intentions

✅ Learn simple French greetings, questions and everyday vocabulary.
✅ Develop confidence joining in with songs, actions and routines.
✅ Build early listening and sound awareness through repetition and play.
✅ Begin to recognise familiar words and respond appropriately.

Sample Success Criteria – I can…

⭐ Join in with songs, actions and familiar language routines.
⭐ Recognise and respond to simple questions (e.g. Ça va ?).
⭐ Use simple words and phrases to communicate (greetings, colours, numbers).
⭐ Choose or point to correct items when I hear familiar vocabulary.
Early Level French Lingoboxes
Early Level French Lingoboxes

How our Early Primary French Lingoboxes work

Early French Lingoboxes are designed around short, active sessions that fit naturally into Early Years routines. Teachers and EYPs:
  • choose a Lingobox topic (e.g. Greetings, How are you?, Numbers 0–10)
  • use the songs, flashcards, sound boards and simple games in any order, or follow our schemes of work and lesson plans
  • revisit activities across the week to build confidence and familiarity
  • embed French into transitions, circle time and everyday routines
Every Early French Lingobox includes:
  • a planner with Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
  • audio and video resources (songs, active presentations, teaching videos, games, Soundboards)
  • simple whole-class or small-group games
  • a vocabulary pack and printable resources
  • teacher guidance for pronunciation and classroom practice

Early Primary French topics (Lingoboxes)

Use this list to plan your Early French journey. Each title links to the complete Lingobox, including all songs, games, videos, flashcards, sound boards, vocabulary packs, planners and teaching guidance. These themes also appear in our First Level Lingoboxes, ensuring progression and giving teachers two appropriate entry points depending on learners’ age, prior experience and developmental stage.

Early Primary French Assessment at Lingobox

Numbers 1 to 31 Star Tracker
Numbers 1 to 31 Star Tracker
At Lingobox, we believe that every child can learn a language, and that every child deserves the opportunity to do so. Motivating, engaging learning experiences — combined with repeated exposure and meaningful use of language over time — create the conditions where real progress can flourish. Our approach recognises, values and gives space for this progress to unfold naturally, while celebrating the joy that comes from developing life-changing communication skills that open doors to the wider world.
Lingobox uses a formative, play-based approach to assessment. Children show their understanding through songs, games, partner talk, movement activities and everyday routines. Teachers assess informally by noticing responses, choices, attempts and short spoken interactions across sessions.
All assessment tools linked to Early French topics — including checklists, self-assessment sheets and trackers — are included inside each full Lingobox.

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⭐ References & Curriculum Links
Our Primary French resources are aligned with national and international guidance for modern languages.
You can explore the relevant curriculum frameworks below:
These links offer additional national guidance for teaching primary languages and show how Lingobox fits within wider curriculum expectations.

 

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