Foreign Languages

The French Language

The students of Leonteio Lykeio (N.S.) are taught French from the 3rd grade of primary school up to the final grade of secondary school. The following table presents the French teaching programme:

The French language is taught by French and Greek teachers who have the appropriate qualifications and wide experience in teaching. They also receive continuous training so as to cater for the students’ needs.

Primary School

Sixth graders sit for an entrance exam in French. The purpose of this exam is to assess whether a student can meet the demands of the French course in the secondary school. The test comprises 3 parts: Dictation, Grammar and Speaking.

Secondary School

The following table presents the French certificates secondary students aim to obtain at the corresponding grade:

Our school achieves high passing rates in all examinations.

Additional information

- DLF1 and DLF2 correspond to the certificates awarded by the French Institute, DELF (A1, A2, A3, A4) and DELF II (A5, A6). The examinations are organised in cooperation with the Director of French Studies who is an envoy of the French Embassy.
Candidates are tested not only on their knowledge of the use of French but also on their knowledge of French literature and civilisation. The test material and the marking scheme are determined by the Examinations Committee which is formed by the directors of French Studies of the Greek – French schools.

- The University of Sorbonne (PARIS IV) organises the Sorbonne 1 and Sorbonne 2 examinations and determines the test material as well as the marking scheme.

- Leonteio Lykeio graduates can directly apply to the university of their choice in France, as DALF is no longer a requirement. Students may obtain further information concerning their studies in France either through Leonteio Lykeio or the French Institute. Every year the French Institute awards two scholarships for studies in France to graduates from Greek – French schools.

The English Language

The English Language is taught at all grades of Leonteio Lykeio (N.S) primary and secondary school. It is compulsory in Primary and Junior high school whereas optional in Senior high school. All English teachers hold the appropriate qualifications, have a broad professional background as well as a wealth of experience and receive continuous training.
English classes are small and homogeneous as far as the students’ linguistic ability is concerned. The selection of the material and the teaching methodology is made after careful consideration of the syllabus provided by the Ministry of Education as well as of the students’ present and future needs.

Primary School

English is taught 3 to 4 hours per week depending on the grade.
- In the first grade the main goal is the development of speaking skills. Young students sing, play and communicate in English.
- Reading and writing skills are introduced in the second grade.
- Students at all levels read simplified books. There is a lending library with a variety of English books and magazines
- Students participate in projects and plays which encourage collaboration and communication in English
- Modern technology is used for effective teaching and enhanced motivation.

Secondary School

Junior high school

English is taught 3 hours per week at all grades. The teaching approaches and material cater for the teenagers’ needs and interests.
Students
- develop all four skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) and expand their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
- are prepared for the KET (Key English Test), PET (Preliminary English Test)
and FCE (First Certificate in English) of the University of Cambridge.
- create an English school newspaper (LEONteen).
- take part in projects which encourage extensive communication in English.
- participate in educational trips to Great Britain.

Senior high school

English is an optional subject in Senior high school which is taught two hours per week. Students who opt for English are usually at advanced level and further hone their English skills.