The Modern Languages Department offers French courses from grades 9 to 12. All courses are taught by enthusiastic teachers who provide students with an exciting and challenging learning environment where they can practice all aspects (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) of the languages. An open course (FSF10) for beginners is available as an option for students with fewer than 600 hours by the end of Grade 8 or to students who have recently arrived without prior experience or exposure to French.
French Department Course Offerings
Grade 9 Open French
Course Code: FSF1O1/8
Designed for students with little to no prior French experience, this introductory course builds fundamental communication skills through guided interaction and daily-life topics.
Grade 9 Core French (Academic)
Course Code: FSF1D1
This course builds independence by focusing on communication related to daily life. Students transition from elementary French to high school by applying creative and critical thinking skills to familiar topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Grade 10 Core French (Academic)
Course Code: FSF2D1
Students move toward more spontaneous interactions, exchanging ideas and opinions on personally relevant and academic topics. The course emphasizes effective communication in real-life situation.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Core French.
Grade 11 Core French (University Preparation)
Course Code: FSF3U1
This course offers extended opportunities for independent interaction. Students explore a variety of oral and written texts to sharpen their critical thinking and appreciation of diverse Francophone communities.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Core French, Academic.
Grade 12 Core French (University Preparation)
Course Code: FSF4U1
Our most advanced level provides extensive opportunities for total independence in the language. Students refine their skills through diverse real-life scenarios and a deep exploration of French-speaking cultures worldwide.
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Core French, University Preparation.
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French