FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACQUISITION PROGRAMME
The GESS Language Acquisition programme starts in grade 6. Our students are given the choice of studying Mandarin, French or Spanish as a foreign language. Please note that there are minimum proficiency requirements for joining the language programme in grades 9 and 10.
GERMAN AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Most of our students also study German as a foreign language. For new students joining grades 9 and 10, a minimum of one year of previous study is required.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR LANGUAGE ACQUISITION PROGRAMME
The Language Acquisition Programme (Mandarin or Spanish) starts in grade 6 at beginner level. Students joining grade 9 need at least 3 years of previous study and for grade 10, at least 4 years of previous study. French is now offered at beginner level in grades 9 and 10.
We recommend booking an online meeting or school tour to better understand the language options available for your child.