CURRICULUM
Building language, culture, communication, and intercultural understanding through structured Tamil education.
Curriculum Alignment
The school aligns with the Non-Roman Alphabet Languages - Victorian Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 Tamil education.
We use a combination of Singapore and Tamilnadu textbooks along with local text material created by our faculty
Rationale
Communication is a human imperative. Communication in a non-Roman alphabet language involves interaction to convey meaning, as well as imagination, creativity and a broad understanding of ourselves and others. Language learning provides the opportunity for students to engage with the linguistic and cultural diversity of the world and its peoples, and to reflect on their experience in various aspects of social life, including their own participation and ways of being in the world
Unique
Learning a language in addition to English broadens students’ horizons in relation to the personal, social, cultural and employment opportunities that an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world can offer. The interdependence of countries and communities means people in all spheres of life are required to negotiate experiences and meanings across languages and cultures. A capability solely in English, despite its status as a world language, can limit global opportunities. A bilingual or plurilingual capability is the norm in many parts of the world.
Learning a language in addition to English provides opportunities for students to engage socially, culturally and economically in a variety of domains, including business, trade, technology, science, law, education, tourism, diplomacy, international relations, health and communications.
Aims
The Non-Roman Alphabet Languages curriculum focuses on four interconnected aims.
Communicate in the target language
Understand the relationship between language and culture
Develop intercultural capabilities
Understand themselves as communicators
