All members have the opportunity to attend our annual conference.
‘Above & Beyond’ is an opportunity to bring the whole community together, share best practise & provide quality in-person training to the whole network
Our theme, Above and Beyond, was chosen to celebrate and share with you the amazing work that happens in PLN schools and inspire your own language provision to reach for all-round excellence, underpinned by Primary Languages Network
Have a look at gallery below to see what happened last time.
‘The sense of community at the conference was the inspiration I didn’t know I needed’
Everything you need to know about ‘Above and Beyond 2025’
When: 19th June 2025
Time: 9:30-15:00
Where: Lymm, Warrington
Price: £70- £80 per person (Second release tickets available)
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THE AGENDA
Key note speakers:
Doctor Alison Porter and Professor Suzanne Graham: DELTEA: findings of their recent research project investigating foreign language learning and teaching in UK primary schools
Julie Sutcliffe: Global School Alliance: Encouraging and Developing Speaking in the Primary Classroom
Emilie Woodroffe and PLN Associate Teachers: Excellent primary languages practice showcase
Kate Percival: School case studies
Joanne Eccleshare: EDoL Song 2025 Launch
Annaliese Yafai: KS2 / KS3 Transition
Will Lloyd: Tracking Progress and Evidencing Effectively
Workshops: Will Lloyd: Language Boosters & Janet Lloyd: Seasonal and Cross-curricular ideas
Key Note Speakers
Dr Alison Porter (University of Southampton) has conducted research in KS2 exploring the effects of systematic and principled French literacy instruction. In KS1 she investigated using gesture as a memorisation aid for formulaic chunks. Alison currently leads the Research in Primary Languages network.
Professor Suzanne Graham (University of Reading) has researched and published widely in language learning motivation, vocabulary development and language comprehension. Her primary languages work includes a longitudinal study of young learners of French, exploring the impact of teacher and teaching factors on learning outcomes.
Julie Sutcliffe (Global School Alliance) is an established member of the MFL community with 30+ years experience in the languages classroom. Her work with Languages Unleashed and the Global School Alliance celebrates the power of languages and promotes the value of global engagement in enhancing the learning experiences of both students and teachers.
Anneliese Yafai (School Improvement Consultant) initially trained as a secondary languages teacher. Within the last 7 years, Anneliese has worked with Primary teachers, supporting non-specialist teachers with language teaching. Anneliese leads a Primary hub which develops MFL leads and has delivered CPD at more than 50 Primary and Middle schools as well as sharing her ideas at many national conferences. This session will focus on the successful transition between KS2-KS3 and what language skills secondary schools aspire their students to have when arriving in Year 7.
Upskill and refine your coordinator skill
Upskill and refine your coordinator abilities. Learn from experts, gain practical insights, and enhance your effectiveness as a coordinator.
Feel part of a community
Connect with like-minded MFL coordinators and feel part of a vibrant, supportive community."
Obtain creative and exciting new ideas
Attend our annual conference to spark creativity and gain exciting new ideas. Connect with industry leaders, explore fresh perspectives, and discover innovative solutions to elevate your teaching.
Planet Awards
The Planet Awards are an annual opportunity for schools and MFL coordinators to get the recognition they deserve for their efforts and expertise put towards Primary foreign languages.
Any school that is a PLN member can apply for as many awards as they like, free of charge. More information will be coming out shortly!
