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The Voice of Primary Languages is a podcast dedicated to supporting and inspiring primary language teachers. Each episode explores practical strategies, expert insights, and engaging resources to enhance language learning in the classroom. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just starting out, this podcast is your go-to resource for making languages fun, accessible, and impactful for young learners.
Episodes

Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Will AI take over teaching foreign languages? Mythbuster #2
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
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

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
'I'm not fluent, I cant teach languages!' Mythbuster series Episode 1
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
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, this episode is for you!

Friday Feb 14, 2025
Addressing recent negativity around Primary Languages
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
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!

Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
How Ofsted reforms could affect Primary Languages
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
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

Monday Jan 13, 2025
Is there room for Primary Languages in an overcrowded curriculum?
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
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

Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Above & Beyond 2025 Conference- Primary Languages Network
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
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

Friday Jun 28, 2024
What you missed at the Above and Beyond Conference 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
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

Thursday Jun 06, 2024
How to find simple tips and quick wins in Primary Languages
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Will and Tess share with you some quick wins and simple tips that PLN offer for free
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Wednesday May 15, 2024
Massive update to our scheme- Video2Teach 2.0- More immersive and engaging than ever!
Wednesday May 15, 2024
Wednesday May 15, 2024
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

Wednesday May 01, 2024
10 inspiring and simple Olympic ideas for Primary Languages- Joanne Eccleshare
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Joanne talks today about her brand new video course
Click on the link below to sign up