Core French is mandatory for all grade 4 to 8 students in
English-Language elementary schools. At NPSC, we offer Core French
programs in all regular English elementary schools, in our dual-tracked
schools, as well as, at the secondary school.
Students must
accumulate a minimum of 600 hours by the end of Grade 8.
The amount of FSL instructional time at each grade
level may vary from one municipality to another in order to accommodate
local demand and priorities. Please refer to individual schools for
French Language instructional minutes.
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There
are many benefits for students who continue in Core French until grade
12, it develops cognitive growth, offers better understanding of first
languages, offers cultural richness, increases job and travel
opportunities, and offers the chance to meet new friends.
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Secondary Core French courses listed by grade.
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DELF Exam
Students who continue to study Core French to grade 12 will have the opportunity to complete the DELF exam, that provides them with recognition of their proficiency in areas of: Oral Comprehension, Oral Production, Written Comprehension, Written Production.
For more information about the CEFR:
Helpful Links - FSL (Parents and Teachers)