The primary concerns of this course are language and literature. Considerable time is spent on developing the students’ understanding of the grammatical structure of their language and the value in applying it correctly to their own written work. Written assignments form a large part of the students’ input into the course. In addition, the course explores the different literary forms of the novel, poetry, and drama so that students can come to enjoy the imaginative experience of literature and to appreciate and comprehend the variety of styles and ideas that are presented within it.  The students also are involved in the fine art of public speaking wherein they write short speeches which they then deliver to their classmates.

This is the first year of the International Baccalaureate curriculum in English Literature. It focuses on the skills and texts required for the Higher Level examinations written at the end of Grade 12.  Works of authors from different literary time periods, countries and genres are studied, such as Shakespeare, Ibsen, Findley, Brontë, and Camus. Considerable emphasis is placed on the precise construction and writing of scholarly essays and literary commentary.

This is the first year of the International Baccalaureate curriculum in English Literature. The course comprises the subject matter and texts for the Standard Level essays and examinations written during the Grade 12 year. Works of authors from different literary periods, countries and genres are studied such as Shakespeare, Findley, Ibsen, Camus and Robertson Davies. Considerable emphasis is placed on the precise construction and writing of scholarly essays and literary commentary.

A selection of representative writers from Chaucer to contemporary writers will be studied with emphasis on the examination of changing literary forms and thematic concerns.  Special focus will be directed towards having the students develop an appreciation for the various literary genres.  Students will receive further guidance and instruction in the formation of scholarly, literary essays and in the strengthening of analytical skills.  The students also are involved in the fine art of public speaking wherein they write short speeches which they then deliver to their classmates.

This is the second year of the International Baccalaureate and the course covers the curriculum necessary for taking the Higher Level examinations at the end of the year.    A Shakespeare play is studied in-depth, plus intensive examination of the works of the following authors: Margaret Laurence, Gabrielle Roy, Chinua Achebe, John Donne and a selection of essayists. Students are encouraged to develop a scholarly, literary understanding of the texts themselves and an ability to discuss the literature in extensive essays, and detailed literary commentary.

The second and final year of the International Baccalaureate programme in English Literature, the course prepares students for the English Standard Level exams, papers and orals required for the completion of the programme. The works studied over the two years are two plays of Shakespeare, the poetry of John Donne and T.S. Eliot, and the works of such authors as Henrik Ibsen, Voltaire, Timothy Findley, Robertson Davies, Albert Camus, Chinua Achebe among others. Students are encouraged to develop a scholarly approach and understanding of the literary works under study and to be able to discuss the literature through essays and written and oral commentaries.

The Grade 10 EAP class is cross-referenced as a high school English class. EAP in the Senior School is an English class for ESL students. Literature, vocabulary, and grammar will be the main focus, along with ESL content units and TOEFL practice units.

The Grade 11 EAP class is cross-referenced as a high school English class. EAP in the Senior School is an English class for ESL students. Literature, vocabulary, and grammar are the main focus, along with ESL content units and TOEFL and IELTS practice units.

Grade 10 French is a course that will provide opportunity for students to improve basic to intermediate reading, writing, speaking and listening skills through a variety of engaging experiential activities. Grammar and vocabulary will be a focus throughout the year in order to develop proficiency in French. Students will be expected to be able to conjugate verbs in the present, past, future, imperfect and conditional tenses by the end of Grade 10.

This course is an introduction to and preparation for the IB curriculum. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of oral skills and very little English is used. As well, a sound foundation in grammar is laid. A series of additional readings is utilized to help the student master the basics in all skills. Writing of dictations and a study of linguistics are introduced at this level.

This course begins with an intensive review of French grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on strengthening oral expression, comprehension of spoken French, reading and writing skills. At this stage the student must be able to carry out longer and more complex writing tasks, and to express simple concepts with sufficient fluency.

This course offers students a chance to learn French “from the beginning”, ie, ab initio. The two-year programme is undertaken by students who have no previous experience in French and satisfies the language requirements for the diploma.

The IB curriculum is followed. A selected group of writers and their works are studied in depth. Students are to write essays and text commentaries where they demonstrate an adequate control of vocabulary, syntax, grammar, punctuation and spelling.

The IB curriculum is followed. A selected group of writers and their works are studied in depth. Students are to write essays and text commentaries where they demonstrate an adequate control of vocabulary, syntax, grammar, punctuation and spelling.

This course offers students a chance to learn French “from the beginning”, ie, ab initio. The two-year programme is undertaken by students who have no previous experience in French and satisfies the Language requirements for the diploma.

The German 10 class is an introduction to German language intended for students with no prior knowledge of the language. The aims of the course are to have students develop their German vocabulary; to be able to engage in basic conversations in German through both oral and written expression; to view, listen to, and read creative works in German; and to examine similarities and differences between their own and German culture.

This is the first year of a two year IB course for students who already have high language skills in the target language - thus for bilingual or native speakers of German. The course is held in German and the subject matter covers literary options (reading and discussing popular works of German speaking authors) as well as cultural options (exploring the German culture, e.g. language & culture, media & culture, social issues). The main goal of the course is the refinement and usage of German in written and in spoken language. The students will be asked to engage in literary analysis, creative writing, essay writing and interactive activities like debating, role-playing and presentations. By this means, they will be prepared for their IB diploma.

This is the second year of a two year IB course for students who already have high language skills in the target language - thus for bilingual or native speakers of German. The course is held in German and the subject matter covers literary options (reading and discussing popular works of German speaking authors) as well as cultural options (exploring the German culture, e.g. language & culture, media & culture, social issues). The main goal of the course is the refinement and usage of German in written and in spoken language. The students will be asked to engage in literary analysis, creative writing, essay writing and interactive activities like debating, role-playing and presentations. By this means, they will be prepared for their IB diploma.

The Spanish course of study follows the ab initio curriculum, that is, no previous experience with the language is assumed. Stu-dents are taught from the beginning (ab initio). They learn the basics of the Spanish language, including its grammar, vocabulary and spoken form. The course is presented over two years, after which students are prepared to write the Standard Level exam. This course counts as a Language B for the IB Diploma.