French 1: Foundations
French 1: Building Language Foundations for Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing
Grade 9 · 1.0 Credit · High School French Curriculum
French 1: Foundations introduces students to the French language through immersive and interactive learning. The course emphasizes the four key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
In French 1: Foundations, students learn basic vocabulary, sentence structures, pronunciation, and conversational phrases used in everyday communication. Lessons are supported by audio practice, simple dialogues, and contextual grammar.
Cultural understanding is an integral part of French 1: Foundations. Students explore the cultures, traditions, and geography of French-speaking regions around the world while comparing them to their own.
Students gradually build confidence and fluency by engaging in guided exercises and independent tasks. Through written assignments and oral responses, they gain the ability to express themselves in simple, correct French.
French 1: Foundations prepares learners to continue their language journey with strong communication fundamentals and a growing appreciation for the French-speaking world.
Grade Level: 9
Credits: 1
Delivery Format: Live Online (1:1 or Small Group)
Duration: Full Academic Year (194 instructional days)
Instructional Language: English / Multilingual
French I introduces students to the French language through fundamental vocabulary, pronunciation, and basic grammatical structures. Students engage in real-life communication scenarios and build early confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The course also introduces the cultural diversity of Francophone countries and guides students toward CEFR A1–A2 proficiency.
Core Academic Content
Alphabet, greetings, numbers, and classroom commands
Present tense of regular and key irregular verbs
Simple questions and short dialogues
Vocabulary for family, school, time, and food
Francophone culture and everyday practices
Instructional Framework
Communication-centered instruction
CEFR A1–A2 language benchmarks
Multisensory learning with audio, visuals, and interaction
Emphasis on pronunciation and functional use
Cultural immersion through media and activities
Key Academic Competencies
Recognizing and producing French sounds and phrases
Understanding basic written and spoken instructions
Communicating personal information and preferences
Reading and responding to short texts
Comparing daily life across Francophone cultures
Reading and Resource List
"Bon Voyage 1" or "Discovering French Bleu" textbook
Flashcards and thematic vocabulary sets
Listening exercises with native speakers
Francophone music, recipes, and video segments
Assessment Structure
Spoken and written performance tasks
Listening comprehension and vocabulary quizzes
Short writing and conversation prompts
Group projects and cultural mini-research
Final assessment aligned to CEFR A1–A2