Dear families,
Thank you for your continued support of your child's bilingual education.
Learning in two languages offers enormous advantages for children's cognitive development. It strengthens memory, problem-solving, creativity and communication skills, while opening doors to new cultures, friendships and future opportunities. Every year, we are inspired by the incredible progress our students make in both French and English.
We especially love seeing their enthusiasm shine through learning experiences such as the French Poetry Recitation Competition. Congratulations to all of our students for the dedication and confidence they showed in learning and presenting their poems, and félicitations to those who proudly represented their class in the finals.
Term 2 — A wonderful semester of learning and community
We've already reached the halfway point of the school year!
Term 2 has been filled with memorable moments, including the annual French Poetry Recitation Competition, DELF Junior examinations for some of our high school students, the Nature Cinema Soirée and launch of the FANS Ed Talk series, the European Aussie Night Out for parents, the FANS Annual General Meeting, and the fifth annual World Music Day in Killarney Heights.
A sincere thank you to our students, teachers, volunteers and families who continue to make these events such a success, and congratulations to the KHPS P&C for their partnership in creating a successful World Music Day event.
Looking ahead to Term 3
Planning is already well underway for another exciting term. Don't miss tickets to the upcoming FANS Ed Talk with renowned author Sophie Masson, and save the date for the Parents Trivia Night. Read on for more details.
Students in the Francophone stream will take part in the Rallye Lecture reading competition, while our Year 6 students will begin preparing for the DELF Prim' A1 and A2 examinations, which will be held at Killarney Heights Public School during Term 4.
And speaking of Term 4...
Preparations are beginning for a very special milestone—the 20th edition of the FANS French Market! Be sure to save the date for Sunday 15 November, with plenty of exciting announcements and celebrations to come.
The winter holidays will bring more World Cup matches and opportunities to support your favourite team! Also, don't miss the Bastille Day celebrations taking place across Sydney and continue sharing the French language and culture with your family over the break.
We wish you all a safe, relaxing and enjoyable school holiday, and look forward to seeing everyone refreshed for Term 3.
The FANS Team
French-speaking Association of the North Shore
Association
FANS Annual General Meeting
On 10 June, FANS held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), bringing together members of the Association for an evening of reflection and future planning.
The event included a presentation of past and upcoming projects, a 2025 financial review, a Q&A session, and the election of the new Committee. The AGM minutes will be shared by email with all members.
New Committee Elected
Congratulations to the FANS Committee — a passionate and dedicated team of parent volunteers who will serve for the next 12 months. Each member brings a unique mix of skills, energy, and commitment to bilingual education.
Read about the Committee Members
Thank you to all who attended and supported the evening. Here’s to another exciting and successful year for FANS — a parent-led, not-for-profit Association driven by a shared commitment to bilingualism and community!
Events
Term 2 Events
European Aussie Parents Night Out
Our European Aussie Parents Night Out was a fantastic success, with over 120 tickets sold and a wonderful evening shared by our parent community.
Guests enjoyed a lively night of Eurovision, karaoke, dancing, and delicious German food by Volkswurst. It was a great opportunity for parents to connect, celebrate, and have fun together.
A big thank you to all the volunteers whose time, energy, and enthusiasm made this soirée possible!
Nature Cinema Soirée & FANS Ed Talk launch
Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to the success of the exclusive FANS screening of Nature - A Call for Reconciliation and the launch of FANS Ed Talks at Roseville Cinemas.
We were honoured to show this powerful documentary that left audiences with many thought-provoking images and messages about our relationship with nature and the planet.
Before the screening, our Ed Talks panel discussion brought together three inspiring experts in sustainability—d’Arcy Lunn, Jenni Philippe and Thierry Lotrian—who shared practical ideas, personal anecdotes, and hopeful perspectives on how we can all work together within our community to make a positive difference for the environment.
We were also thrilled to mark the occasion with the signing of the official agreement between Le Courrier Australien - LCANews and FANS, to solidify our partnership and continue to support each other’s endeavours.
Thank you again to our panelists, supporters, committee, and attendees for making this such a meaningful evening of conversation, reflection, and connection. Many thanks to sponsor Globe for making this event possible, and un grand merci to Serge Thomann and filmmaker Yann Arthus-Bertrand for granting exclusive screening rights for this fundraising event.
We look forward to welcoming you to the next FANS Ed Talk in Term 3!
World Music Day in Killarney Heights 2026
A celebration of community & music
Under warm sunshine, the 5th annual World Music Day in Killarney Heights brought together students, families, staff, volunteers, guest musicians and community partners for a vibrant day of music, food and fun, while also raising valuable funds to support the KHPS P&C music programs and the FANS French Bilingual Program.
World Music Day was made possible through the support of an extraordinary school and local community. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the event such a success and for helping create meaningful opportunities for students through music, performance and community engagement.
Congratulations to the musicians who performed throughout the day! Special thanks go to the conductors, music teachers, tutors and parents who guided and inspired our performers, and participated in creating the day.
A highlight of the day was the new Battle of the Bands, which showcased the remarkable talent of young musicians aged 12–18. Congratulations to Sistarz, winners of Battle of the Bands, and to all participating bands:
2nd place: Scrimpy
3rd place: Glide
4th place: The Owls in the Moss
5th place: Plunge
Our sincere thanks to the generous sponsors who supported Battle of the Bands: Belle Property Northern Beaches agent Anuj Arora, Home on the Range Recording Studio, Ear Candy Music, Emma Hamilton, Evergreen Music, Bucketty’s Brewing Co. and the FANS French Market. We are also grateful to our judges — Ms Gillian Tegg, Mr Michael Regan MP, Ms Emma Hamilton and Ms Candy Bingham — for sharing their time and expertise in support of young musicians.
As this event continues to grow, it’s immensely rewarding to see World Music Day becoming a highlight in our community calendar. We’re proud to bring more music, joy, and culture to Killarney Heights!
Education
2027 Bilingual Program Enrolments Open
Enrolling with KHPS for Kindy 2027?
Parents can enrol their child in the Anglophone or Francophone stream of the French Bilingual Program on the FANS website.
School Tour
See the bilingual program in action and see what being part of the Killarney Heights community can offer your family.
Interested families are welcome to register to attend the upcoming KHPS school tour on Tuesday 11 August at 9:30am.
Term 3 Enrolments
Enrolments are now open for Term 3 extracurricular activities.
To enrol in a class, please complete the online form.
Enrol Now
L'Etude French Homework Club
Spots are available for Francophone stream students in Year 1 & 2 for the Etude French Homework club on Thursdays, 3pm - 4pm. Students complete their weekly written French homework, supervised by a Teacher of French.
3pm - 5pm
Le Petit Sportif Bilingual Multi-sports Program
These fun and engaging bilingual multi-sports classes provide children with a supportive and dynamic environment led by bilingual sports coaches. Students are picked up at KHPS and walk across to the High School hall for all-weather activities.
High School Classes
After-school French
Continue building your student's French skills through high school with our after-school classes in DELF Jr B1 & B2 exam preparation, and a French conversation class for Anglophone stream students.
In the Classroom - KHPS
Poetry Recitation Competition
Children worked hard this term to memorise and recite a French poem for the annual poetry recitation competition.
This competition is a school project organised with Camberwell Public School (CPS) as part of the AAFEBS network of bilingual schools. Students from all streams of KHPS participated in the competition.
Thank you to the organisers, congratulations to all the participants, and bravo to the winners!
Poetry Illustrations
Many children chose to illustrate their poem, with much talent and creativity on display in the school hall.
Thanks to all students for submitting their beautiful artwork!
Term 3 - Rallye Lecture
Our next French learning project will be the popular Rallye Lecture, a reading challenge for Francophone stream students.
During this reading challenge, students will be encouraged to read as many books in French as they can from the selection available in their classroom. This competition helps students to increase their French reading, opens them to different genres, and builds their confidence with French books.
Details will be communicated via School Bytes newsletters in Term 3.
"Lève ta voix!"
AAFEBS National French Reading Aloud Competition
Bravo to our talented KHPS students who represented our school in the "Lève ta voix!" finals, the national French Reading Aloud Competition, bringing together students from the Australian Association of French-English Bilingual Schools network across Australia.
For the third year running, our students competed against fellow bilingual schools, and we're thrilled to celebrate category wins by Hoani and Audrey.
Congratulations also to finalists Camille, Chloé, Nikita and Penelope, whose confidence, expression and French pronunciation were outstanding.
We are incredibly proud of all our finalists for representing KHPS with courage, dedication and enthusiasm
In the Classroom - High School Students
After-school French classes in Forestville
Enrolments are ongoing for Term 3. Classes are held on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after school.
Please consult the timetable for more details.
To enrol, please email FANS with your child's details and your date of preference.
DELF Exam Preparation Classes
Congratulations to the students who successfully sat the DELF in May! We look forward to distributing your results and certificates.
FANS has been leading DELF exam preparation classes for many years and offers several classes for the B1 and B2 DELF Junior exams, for Anglophone and Francophone stream students.
The DELF - Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française, is a diploma awarded by the French Ministry of Education, via France Education International. Exams are held twice a year, in either May or November, so students can prepare with a goal date in mind.
This diploma is internationally recognised, is valid for life, and opens a vast array of opportunities to study and live in French-speaking countries around the world.
Learn more
French Conversation class for High School Students
Spots are available for Anglophone stream high school students in the new French Conversation class.
This class has been created in response to strong interest from our parent community, offering students a valuable opportunity to continue building their confidence in French through interactive activities, conversation, and structured learning.
It also provides excellent preparation for the HSC French oral exam and equips students with the skills needed for potential exchanges and travel abroad.
📅 Thursday, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
📰 Anglophone stream students, Year 7 and up
📍 Forestville Seniors Centre classroom (Starkey St)
Enrolments are on a first-come, first-served basis.
To enrol, please email us with your child's details.
Enrol Now
Keep in touch
Email: info@fanssydney.org
FANS Office: 02 9975 5038
Website: www.fanssydney.org
Upcoming Events
FANS Ed Talk
Acclaimed French-Australian Author, Sophie Masson
Join us for a special FANS Ed Talk with acclaimed author Sophie Masson AM on Thursday 30 July, 6.00pm–7.30pm at Brewscape Dining & Café in Forestville.
Born in Indonesia to French parents and raised in France and Australia, Sophie Masson is the award-winning, internationally published author of more than 80 books for children, young adults and adults. In this special evening event, Sophie will share her writing journey, the inspirations behind her books, and the stories that have shaped her remarkable career.
✨ Author talk + canapés included in ticket
📚 Pre-ordered books available on the night through Glee Books
🎟️ Limited tickets available, on sale now!
Buy tickets
Parents Trivia Night
Save the date for the upcoming Parents Trivia Night - Saturday 22 August, evening.
Co-organised by FANS and the P&C, all parents are invited for a fun & friendly (and competitive!) evening of trivia. Put on your thinking caps, book a babysitter, and mark the date in your diary.
Tickets will be on sale from Week 1 of Term 3!
In the meantime, gather your most trivia-worthy friends and make it a date!
Bastille Day in Sydney
Sydney loves a good French party, and the upcoming Bastille Day events don't disappoint! We hope to see you at some of the events to celebrate 14 July.
L'Alliance Française Bastille Day Party
Tickets: www.bastilledaysydney.com.au
Bastille Festival Sydney
16 - 19 July
Circular Quay
Out and about at the Bastille Festival to celebrate French wine, food and art? Come say "Bonjour!" where FANS will be spreading the word about the French bilingual program at KHPS and our amazing community.
Learn more: https://bastillefestival.com.au/sydney
French Market 2026
Sunday 15 November
The countdown is on for the 20th edition!
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FANS French Market 2026 - Sunday 15 November
Celebrating the 20th anniversary! Join the team for a day of fun and support the FANS bilingual program!
Mark your calendars for a special event that draws thousands of visitors from across Sydney and beyond!
The special 20th edition of the FANS French Market will be held on Sunday 15 November on KHPS grounds. The French Market promises to be a fantastic day out for families, featuring fresh French food stalls, carnival rides, face painting, games, fairy floss, and delicious French treats like crêpes and waffles.
Visitors can enjoy a unique shopping experience, with around 60 professional vendors and delightful French music performances.
What started out as a humble school fete is now in its 20th edition and has become a highlight of the market scene in New South Wales. If you have never experienced it, check out this video
Major FANS Fundraiser
This major fundraiser is vital for the sustainability of the FANS bilingual program. While program fees cover teacher salaries, this event funds essential operational costs, recruitment efforts, and new educational resources for our children.
Calling all parent volunteers
While planning has already been kicked off by the event leaders, we are looking for people to supplement the team which will bring this incredible event to our community.
The French Market Committee, composed entirely of busy working school parents like you, plans and runs this event by volunteering their own time. The more people involved, the lighter the workload and the more enjoyable the experience for everyone.
To make this team successful, a variety of skills are needed in music, logistics, decorating, gathering donations for the raffle, and more! Keen to lead a FANS food stall this year? We need you!
Whether you can volunteer for a few hours at a stall on the day, or assist with coordination efforts now, every bit of support makes a difference.
Send us an email if you are keen to give some time, make new connections, and be part of something special!
With thanks to our
sponsor & cultural partners
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