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Extended French
Program Description
The Extended French as a Second Language (EFSL) program has been in place since 1989, and the entry point for students is Grade 5.
At the elementary level, students receive instruction in French for 50% of the school day in the areas of French language arts, social studies/history/geography, and in at least two of the following subjects: physical education/health, art, music, drama and dance.
At the secondary level, four Extended French credits are available in Grades 9 to 12. Three additional credits are offered where French is the language of instruction, as listed below:
• Gr. 9 Canadian and World Studies (Géographie)
• Gr. 10 Canadian and World Studies (Histoire)
• Gr. 11 Senior course to be determined by the Principal
Upon completion of these seven credits students are awarded an Extended French Certificate, issued by the Simcoe County District School Board.
As of September 2011, EFSL programs are offered at 9 elementary schools and 8 secondary schools. Please reference our Extended French brochure below or in the Publications section for a listing of schools.
Admission
Admission to the Extended French as a Second Language program is based on a first-come, first-served basis. A minimum of 24 students is required to initate a Grade 5 class. More information can be found in the PDF information brochure below.
EFSL 2011-2012 Brochure (PDF)
Registration Form to Attend the Grade 5 Extended French as a Second Language Program
Extended French as a Second Language Information Sessions
EFSL information meetings were held in January 2012 at the EFSL host schools to provide information about the program. For more information, please click here.