We believe that during their time at La Garenne, the students should have the opportunity to learn new languages. Not only does this facilitate cross-cultural communication but it also enriches and enhances a child`s creative development as well as their cognitive abilities.
On arrival the students decide on their principle learning language (either English or French) and follow the associated curriculum.
If the students are in the French section, they attend an English class four times a week, in accordance with their level. The English language program focuses on the four basic skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in addition to providing instructions in grammar and vocabulary. At the end of the year the students are entered for a Cambridge ESOL exam, which is in accordance with their level. If the students are in the English section, they learn French four times a week and follow a French as a second language program.
English and French are the only two languages allowed to be spoken during class time and on the school campus. By being fully immersed in both the languages the children learn at a quicker rate. Mastering their mother tongue is an important part of student`s cultural identity; students have the opportunity to study their mother tongue once or twice a week. Language clubs are offered to the children, they can learn Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese or Russian.
Learning multiple languages allows the students to socialize with others from around the globe and enhances their ability to eventually compete in a global job market.
