Martine Pillette

Martine Pillette is an independent consultant, trainer, author and examiner in the field of modern languages at KS2-5.

Martine is a frequent contributor at courses in the UK and is regularly involved in national and regional initiatives through organisations such as CILT, ALL, the National Strategies, local authorities and school networks.   She is one of the lead authors of the KS3 Framework for languages (2009).   Martine also provides tailored support for individual MFL departments on a one-off or ongoing basis.

Here is a sample of courses delivered by Martine:

• How to boost the development of literacy in languages in years 5-6
• Beyond KS2:  how to meet the needs of all pupils in mixed-experience year 7 classes
• How to make the most of the KS3 Framework for languages
• How to develop Assessment for Learning in Languages
• How to support the learning of underachieving pupils
• How to develop spontaneous talk
• How to speed up learning in MFL at KS3 and beyond
• How to ensure a successful start at AS level

Over the years Martine has authored or co-authored many publications including Formule X, Objectif Bac and Elan.  In recent years she has produced a series of highly successful resource packs to help teachers adapt their practice to the current teaching and learning agenda:

• Zappy lesson starters at KS3 French
• Textes à gogo
• L'oreille fine

Martine can be contacted at

mjppillette@aol.com