Parents' Frequently Asked Questions
What level of French will my child have attained by completing the course?
The La Jolie Ronde programme is taught in a variety of situations: formally in schools, as part of the curriculum, or less formally in Language Centres or as an extra-curricular activity. Each of these will have its own language learning objectives: some will concentrate on listening and oral confidence; others will want to include reading and writing proficiency as well. According to the learning context, your child will be able to develop his/her language learning potential, with the course providing opportunities to reach Level 4 of the National Curriculum Attainment Targets in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Whatever level of performance is reached in these 4 skills, your child will be used to manipulating and communicating in a foreign language and will have acquired quite a broad vocabulary. He/she will have begun to read and write independently in French or Spanish and have the confidence to make the most of his/her language learning at Secondary School.
How much does it cost?
There are no membership fees. Classes are inexpensive and good value for money. Fees vary depending on area but are very reasonable. Children have an activity book and learning CD which last at least one year.