Italian

Studying a second language provides opportunities for students to develop a greater appreciation of, and tolerance towards, cultures other than their own. The study of languages contributes to the overall education of students in areas such as communication, cross-cultural understanding, literacy and general knowledge and supports the development of executive functions.

Italian is a compulsory subject for students in Years 7 and 8. Students have the option of continuing Italian in Year 8 and beyond as a full year elective subject.

Languages at Stages 1 and 2 follow the SACE curriculum and are generally taken up by students at the Continuers level after they have studied the language throughout the Middle School. If students have competed minimal study in Italian they can take up SACE Stage 1 beginners Italian at Year 11 as either 10 credit or 20 credit subjects.

Students have the option of studying a language of their choice at the School of Languages. These courses are offered at various sites, fees may apply if it is not part of the SACE school workload. Refer to the website for more information.