Languages Other than English
Head Teacher: Mrs. L. Smith
Language is the basis of our communication and human interaction. By learning a foreign language, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills for successful participation in our dynamic world.
Moving between countries, cultures and languages has become more commonplace because of globalisation. High quality education in languages enables students to respond positively to the opportunities and challenges of their rapidly changing world.
Courses in Languages Other than English
Parramatta High School offers Indonesian and French in stages 4, 5 and 6. The study of a foreign language is mandatory in stage 4. From year 9 onwards LOTE may be an elective depending on student choices. Students will learn to develop the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing through a range of engaging activities.
Stage 4 Topics
- Personal identity
- Cultural identity
- Greetings
- Numbers and Alphabet
- Family and home life
- Special relationships
- Getting around
- Likes and dislikes
- Eating out
Stage 5 Topics
- Language conventions
- School life
- Free time and leisure activities
- Healthy lifestyle
- Travel and geography
- Housing around the world
- Building relationships with family and friends
- Shopping and eating out
- World entertainment and celebrities
Stage 6 Beginners French
Personal world and French Speaking communities with a specific emphasis on:
- Family, Life and Neighbourhood
- People, Places and Communities
- Education and Work
- Friends, Recreation and Pastimes
- Holidays, Travel and Tourism
- Future plans and aspirations
Stage 6 Continuers French
There are three prescribed themes:
- The Individual
- The French/Indonesian speaking communities
- The changing world
Stage 6 Beginners Indonesian
Personal world and Indonesian Speaking communities with a specific emphasis on:
- Family, Life and Neighbourhood
- People, Places and Communities
- Education and Work
- Friends, Recreation and Pastimes
- Holidays, Travel and Tourism
- Future plans and aspirations
Stage 6 Continuers Indonesian
There are three prescribed themes:
- The Individual
- The Indonesian speaking communities
- The changing world