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Australia, Sydney
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The languages syllabuses taught are French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese. In High School, Year 7–10 continue a second language (French, German, Japanese or Italian) and study a third language (Chinese or Spanish); beginner language classes are available for new Year 7 entrants. In Stage 6 (Year 11–12), students continue the study of their second language and may continue or add a third language (e.g., Chinese, Spanish or Beginners Italian).
The School offers bilingual language immersion from the first days of attendance in Early Learning. A daily 30-minute language experience is provided in either French, German, Italian, Chinese (Mandarin) or Japanese. Bilingual language immersion is a core aspect of the Early Learning program.
Language immersion begins from the start of the program with a 30-minute daily language experience in a chosen language (French, German, Italian, Chinese Mandarin or Japanese). Language Immersion Day demonstrates cross-language activities across languages such as Japanese, Italian, French and German.
International Grammar School (IGS) Sydney is an independent, coeducational, secular day school following the Australian Curriculum. From Early Learning a bilingual program places Languages and Music at the center of learning, with six languages taught and second language study compulsory through Year 10. The Primary School offers rich, challenging opportunities in a supportive environment, while the High School uses an interdisciplinary approach that extends beyond NSW standards. A standout feature is SAGE, a cross-disciplinary project-based program with week-long learning experiences outside the classroom, complemented by a school-wide emphasis on outdoor education and hands-on STEAM learning. The campus comprises Reg St Leon House for Early Learning and science labs; the Wright Building for IT, drama and design; Kerrie Murphy Building for language learning; and the Renaissance Centre with a university-style theatre, dance studio, libraries and studios. With 70+ clubs, the school delivers language, arts and sport opportunities and intercultural exchanges globally.
