Why Learn A Foreign Language

At Blouberg International, students have the privilege of studying foreign languages as part of the curriculum.

As Floria Lewis once remarked: “Learning another language is not only learning different words for the same things, but learning another way to think about things.”

• In our foreign language classrooms, students step into another world. As they do the work of studying vocabulary and getting their head around the grammar, they are also broadening their cultural and linguistic awareness.
• Foreign languages may also help students to develop their creativity and think of new and interesting ways to speak and to write. Learning a foreign language opens possibilities to communicate with a whole new group of people!
• It also builds confidence – even though the grammar might not be perfect, they are getting their message across. The satisfaction of communicating and being understood is a great experience for many.
• Students learn to listen carefully to what others say and think before they respond.
• Knowing foreign languages is a invaluable skill when it comes to one’s career.
• Lastly, developing these skills will make learning a third language that much easier.

All in all, learning a new language is not just an isolated classroom experience, but instead engages the whole person. Students develop valuable skills that they can carry with them for life.

Ms Renate Yotti (High School German) & Mrs Elena Berger (High School Spanish)