Italian Language Program

The central goal of the Italian Language Program is twofold – to foster an appreciation of another culture as well as our own; and to promote and develop language as communication.

The program aims concurrently to establish an awareness of language and the development of language skills.

It does this firstly by introducing students to the festivals, food, dress, family, school, sport, leisure activities, stories, fairy tales, history, art, dance and music of Italy.   Knowledge of Italian culture is   then compared and contrasted to our Australian culture.

Students learn that the central goal of learning a language is communication.   An awareness of this, and development of skills, is taught by listening, speaking, reading, writing, singing and performing.

Many of the activities covered during the school year will not only enrich students’ knowledge of cultures, but also aim to foster independence, cooperation, and collaboration; and encourage risk  taking in language use.

The Italian activities are also designed to be integrated with other curriculum areas with emphasis on participation and enjoyment.