Languages
French
Our Junior School French program is designed to inspire a love of language learning through engaging and interactive experiences. Students participate in a variety of activities including games, songs and role-play. These help to create a fun and supportive environment for learning French.
Each unit focuses on a specific area of vocabulary and grammar, building progressively on prior knowledge to support long term language development. Students learn essential communication skills such as greetings and introductions, describing their families and talking about their classroom environment.
Our approach encourages confidence, curiosity and cultural awareness, laying a strong foundation for future language learning.
Benefits of Language Learning
- Enriches our learners intellectually, educationally and culturally
- Enables our learners to communicate across cultures
- Contributes to social cohesiveness through better communication and understanding
- Further develops the existing linguistic and cultural resources in our community
- Contributes to our strategic, economic and international development
- Enhances employment and career prospects for the individual (MCEETYA 2005, p. 2)
AUSLAN
From Foundation to Year 2, students learn Australian Sign Language (AUSLAN), which is important for promoting early language development, inclusivity and communication skills.
It helps young children develop empathy and understanding of the deaf community, supporting cognitive and social development. It fosters an inclusive learning environment where all forms of communication are valued.
