‘The study of languages provides opportunities for students to become more accepting of diversity, more respectful of others and more aware of their place in the international community’ (K-10 Syllabus).

Students at Cerdon College have the opportunity to study French and Italian from years 7 to 12.

Cerdon College has very strong ties with France as a result of its Marist traditions. French is a major world language, and together with English it is the official working language of a number of International organizations. Australia holds strong links with France through trade, culture, science and technology.

The Italian community is well established in Sydney, with the Italian language being one of the most spoken languages after English, in Australia. Italy and Australia are major trading partners, and share strong cultural and political connections, in fields such as tourism, fashion, music, technology and design.
A knowledge of languages is a pathway to career opportunities both in Australia and abroad.

Other languages may be studied via the Open High School and the Saturday School of Community Languages. This is subject to numbers and a approval.

       Stage 4 French and Italian are offered as a taster course.
Activities:

• Language Days
• Pasta and crepe making
• Songs and traditional dance
• Games
• Food tasting
• Role plays

        Stage 4 students study Italian or French.
Activities:

• Performances
• Marconi Cub  ‘Day in Italy’
• French days
• Food Tasting and cooking
• Songs
• Role plays
• Games

Stage 5 : Elective Study

French
Course Highlights:

• Alliance Francaise activities
• Food tasting and cooking
• Fashion parades
• French Film Festival
• Songs
• Performances and drama workshops
Italian
Course Highlights:

• Liaising and performing at Primary schools
• Italian film festival
• Excursion to Leichhardt and Haberfield
• Fashion parades
• Food tasting
• Cooking
• Songs
• Commedia dell’Arte workshop
• Drama workshops
Overseas trips to Italy, France and New Caledonia are organized subject to teacher availability and student interest.

 

Stage 6

The Continuers Course is designed for students with a prior knowledge of French or Italian.

• The Individual
• Personal Identity
• Relationships
• Health and Leisure
• Education and Future Aspirations

Theme – The Italian-Speaking Communities

• Lifestyle in Italy and abroad
• The Arts and Entertainment
• Youth and Social issues

Theme – The Changing World

• The World of Work
• Communication
• Italian Influence
• Tourism and Hospitality

French Continuers Course
Topic Studied:
Theme: The Individual

• Personal Identity
• Relationships
• School Life and Aspirations
• Leisure and Interests

Theme – The French-Speaking Communities

• Daily Life/Lifestyles
• Arts and Entertainment

Theme – The Changing World

• Travel and Tourism
• The World of Work
• Current Issues
• The Young Person’s World

The Beginners course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of the language. This course is offered subject to numbers.