Australia, Adelaide
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Languages are a core part of the Prince Alfred College curriculum, and language study continues in the IB or SACE programs. In Years 7–10 all students study French, Italian, or Chinese, with English as an Additional Language available for eligible students in Years 9–10 and opportunities to study a mother tongue where offered. In the IB Diploma Programme, Language B is offered (French B, Italian B, Chinese B) and English B is available at Higher Level. The SACE program includes Language Acquisition options such as Chinese Background Speakers and Ab Initio Spanish, with Stage 1 Chinese Background Speakers and Stage 2 Chinese Background Speakers offered.
Prince Alfred College is a day and boarding school for boys, ages 2 to 18, in Adelaide. The curriculum combines Australian Curriculum through Year 10 with the IB Diploma Programme and South Australian Certificate of Education in Years 11 and 12, taught within faculties such as Art, Design & Technology; Commerce, Law and Public Policy; Drama; English; Health & Physical Education; Humanities; Languages; Mathematics; Music; and Science. The Preparatory School (Reception to Year 6) provides core English and maths with specialist subjects including art, Chinese, music, PE, robotics, science and technology. Founded 1869, college sits on a 9.8‑hectare Kent Town campus 2.5 km from Adelaide. Facilities include ANZAC Hall for music and drama, RED Centre with a stadium and pools, and Boarding House for up to 150 residents. The school operates two libraries, Scotts Creek and Wambana outdoor centres, and a co‑curricular program with sport, arts and service learning opportunities.