Wendy Adeniji

From Foundation to Higher: Simple, targeted approaches to boost MFL results How one or two carefully constructed strategies can have a huge impact on MFL results in your schools.

Free webinar on Thu 20 November 7-8pm with Alex Havers: From Foundation to Higher tier: How simple, targeted approaches can boost MFL results. Register to receive a copy of the recording: www.eventbrite.com/e/from-found...

What’s positive in the Curriculum and Assessment Review for modern languages Firstly, it’s genuinely encouraging that the Review recognises the importance of language learning for our changing… | We... What’s positive in the Curriculum and Assessment Review for modern languages Firstly, it’s genuinely encouraging that the Review recognises the importance of language learning for our changing world...

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Join me for a free webinar on Thu 6 November 7-8pm: From Idea to Activity in Seconds: Supercharge Your MFL Resources with AI www.eventbrite.com/e/from-idea-...

Here's a guest post from the wonderful Esmeralda Salgado: Revitalising Languages Through Innovation and Research-Based Practice Three years ago, I took on the role of Head of MFL at Princes… | Wen... Here's a guest post from the wonderful Esmeralda Salgado: Revitalising Languages Through Innovation and Research-Based Practice Three years ago, I took on the role of Head of MFL at Princes Risborough...

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Group Talk to support students engagement and confidence in speaking | Wendy Adeniji Group Talk – a simple but effective way to get students to enjoy speaking in MFL I first came across the Group Talk technique in 2009 and I implemented it consistently with 2 classes from 2011-2016 an...

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Check out our free webinar on Thursday 9 October 7-8pm with Greg Horton "Group Talk to support students engagement and confidence in speaking" www.eventbrite.com/e/group-talk...

Integrating a synthetic phonics programme into your KS3 MFL curriculum | Wendy Adeniji Why students should learn the rules of pronunciation in French, Spanish and German using ‘Synthetic Phonics’ Pronunciation is often treated as the “poor cousin” of vocabulary and grammar in modern for...

Check out my latest post on Linkedin on teaching French, Spanish and German using a synthetic phonics approach: www.linkedin.com/posts/wendy-...

Join me and David Binns for a free session on MFL - the new GCSE, careers and MFL and technology in MFL on Sat 11 Oct - sign up here: www.sanako.co.uk/Technology-i... @sanako-uk.bsky.social

Check out my free webinar next Thursday 4 Sept 7-8pm "Momentum from Day One: Practical Leadership for 2025" www.eventbrite.com/e/momentum-f...

Analysing GCSE Modern Languages Results: A Strategic Approach for Heads of Department | Wendy Adeniji Analysing GCSE Modern Languages Results: A Strategic Approach for Heads of Department It’s GCSE results today tomorrow and I wish everyone the very best. Here are some suggestions to help you analyse ...

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Using my Spanish in real life | Wendy Adeniji Using my Spanish in real life I’ve recently had the experience of using my Spanish at quite a high level, to liaise with Spanish ‘abogados’ and help prepare a court appeal and to organise a care home ...

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Checking for all students' understanding in MFL | Wendy Adeniji Checking for Whole Class Understanding in Foreign Language Teaching Ensuring that all students understand the content being taught is essential for effective learning, especially in MFL classrooms. C...

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Paul Nation webinar High frequency vocabulary | Wendy Adeniji What advice does Paul Nation’s book on ‘Teaching Vocabulary: Strategies and Techniques’ have for MFL teachers? Following Professor Paul Nation’s webinar in April (watch it here https://lnkd.in/ey4BvsU...

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Association of University Language Communities in the UK and Ireland… | Wendy Adeniji Association of University Language Communities in the UK and Ireland national conference in Liverpool I was fortunate to attend this event last week, and, although I am a secondary trained language te...

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Paul Nation's resources | School of Linguistics and Applied Language… | Wendy Adeniji Are all words created equal? It was an absolute pleasure to listen to Paul Nation’s webinar on Tuesday evening. He very clearly explained the rationale behind focusing on the most frequent words in a ...

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High frequency vocabulary: The most useful words to learn - Paul Nation | Wendy Adeniji High frequency vocabulary: The most useful words to learn in a foreign language I’ve been an MFL teacher for over 30 years and for the last 17 years I’ve been…

Check out my latest LinkedIn post and find out why I got in touch with Emeritus Professor Paul Nation and asked him to deliver a webinar on teaching high frequency vocabulary next Tue 1 April: www.linkedin.com/posts/wendy-...

Stockport Technology in Languages conference Stockport Grammar School… | Wendy Adeniji Stockport Technology in Languages conference Stockport Grammar School kindly hosted our fourth Tilt (Technology in Languages conference) on 20 March…

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Curriculum review interim report: The 14 reforms Here's what you need to know about the first report from the Francis review

The interim curriculum review report has landed. From an EBacc review, to less content in primary school lessons and fewer GCSE exams - here's the 14 key things school leaders need to know ...

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So important - Vincent speaks common sense!

Last few FREE places left on these TILT events in Stockport 21 March and Central London 3 April both 10 - 2.30. I'll be speaking on the new MFL GCSE and tech in language learning and David Binns @sanako-uk.bsky.social will demo one of his inspirational careers talks! tinyurl.com/4zemaw9v

Preparing Y11 students for the final lap We talk about pace plans a lot when talking about teaching and learning, and being a keen runner, I absolutely love this analogy. One of the Regional Directors I work with refers to Year 11 as thre…

My latest blog - based on my presentation for @wendyadeniji.bsky.social on Tuesday - preparing Y11 for the final 400 metres (running pun FULLY intended) senorcordero.wordpress.com/2025/03/15/p...

Delighted to announce a free webinar on Tue 1 April 7-8pm with Webinar with Emeritus Professor Paul Nation on High frequency vocabulary: The most useful words to learn. Register to receive the recording and sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/high-frequ...

Wendy Adeniji on LinkedIn: Technology in Language Teaching - TiLT Events In person or online training? As many other people who deliver training will have noticed, even well after the pandemic, we have moved to a world where a large…

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Wendy Adeniji on LinkedIn: How can technology really make a difference to MFL teaching and learning? How can technology really make a difference to language learning? Technology is continuing revolutionise the way we learn languages, making the process more…

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Really looking forward to hosting this FREE webinar on listening in MFL with @madamemasse.bsky.social 7-8pm Wed 29 January. Register to receive the recording even if you can’t attend! www.eventbrite.com/e/listening-...

All set up to exhibit at the ISMLA conference @sanako.bsky.social

I've enjoyed reflecting on listening as a skill, with all its challenges and what we can do as learners/ teachers to overcome these challenges, as I prepare for my upcoming webinar on listening skills with @wendyadeniji.bsky.social. I'm very excited that over 130 teachers have signed up so far 🙏