Modern Language
Modern Languages Department
Mr C. O'Kane (Subject Leader)
Mrs B. Gourley (I.C.T. Co-ordinator)
Miss C. McMullan
As Ireland's relationship with the rest of Europe becomes even closer, a working knowledge of a second language is considered not only desirable but often essential.
Equally, all pupils in Years 8 and 9 study French with the option of choosing to take the subject to G.C.S.E. or G.O.M.L. Levels.
The teaching of French at St. Benedict's College aims to be both a stimulating and enjoyable experience for pupils. As with Irish, great emphasis is placed upon the spoken form. The teaching and the learning of the language is also perceived as a vehicle for developing pupils' awareness of France, the French and their culture. Moreover, the development of other key skills, is now an integral part of the language curriculum.
At St. Benedict's College 'The French Trip' has become an annual feature of school life and further ties with French schools are currently being created to strengthen and promote links already established.
Extra-curricular language and cultural activities as well as extra Irish and French classes are offered after school to pupils to studying G.C.S.E.
