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Will children get French as a second language (FSL) instruction at school?

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Yes. Since French is one of Canada’s two official languages, all students in Ontario's public English-language schools study French from Grades 4 to 8. In high school, students need to complete at least one FSL credit to get their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This applies to schools that offer core French programs.

French classes are available for all students in English-language schools, including those with special needs and those learning English.

For more information, visit the Ontario Ministry of Education website.

For more information

  • Improving your English and French - Information on the different options with which you can improve your French or English language skills. From the Government of Canada.

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