Dear families,
We have turned the corner from wet winter chills to warm springtime sun!
Let's celebrate the accomplishments of Term 3 and look forward to the fun and excitement that Term 4 brings.
Rallye Lecture success
The Rallye Lecture reading challenge has come to an end — and what a success it’s been! A record-breaking 2,565 books read in just 6 weeks — over 600 more than last year!
Upcoming projects
DELF Prim' exam
Our Year 6 students and teachers are working hard to prepare for the DELF Prim' exam. The DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) is an official diploma of French language proficiency, awarded by the French Ministry of National Education, and is valid for life.
French Spelling Bee
Both Anglophone and Francophone learning streams will be sharpening their spelling skills this coming term, all vying for the title of Spelling Bee champ!
FANS French Market
While all this was happening, the French Market team is busily preparing the 19th edition of our major community event. Be sure to mark your calendar for Sunday 16 November, 9am to 4pm, and get involved to support this fundraiser.
Bring on Term 4!
In the meantime, we wish you a restful and sunny school holiday. We look forward to seeing you back at school on Tuesday 14 October, when all FANS classes will resume.
The FANS Team
French-speaking Association of the North Shore
Association
Congratulations Year 12 grads!
To celebrate the Class of 2025 and their achievements in French language, FANS had the great pleasure of presenting three awards at the Killarney Heights High School Year 12 graduation ceremony.
Congratulations to:
• Aurore G for Outstanding Performances in Languages
• Noah L for the FANS Prize for French-speaking background who has shown commitment to learning French
• Adeline P for the FANS Prize for non-French-speaking background who has shown commitment to learning French
All three of these outstanding students are graduates of the FANS bilingual program at KHPS, and two continued their French studies in high school with FANS DELF B2 exam prep classes to successfully earn their certificates.
We wish them well on the next step in their journey!
Nominees announced for the French-Australian Excellence Awards
The nominees for the annual French-Australian Excellence Awards have been announced, and voting is now underway.
These prestigious awards shine a light on the many people and organisations – from hidden talents to entrepreneurs and well-known figures – who make a difference in the France–Australia relationship and in Australian life.
Congratulations to the many members of the FANS community on their nominations, including FANS General Manager Anne Bentley in the Arts, Culture, Entertainment & Events category.
Other community nominees include FANS Committee member Ewa Douroux in the Women in STEM category, Jenni Philippe for Environmental & Sustainability, Coralie Andrade and David Lo Jocono for Research & Innovation, Cecile Janet, Adeline Mansotte, and Maisa Lopes Gomes for Solidarity, Community & Volunteering, and Fatia Tabet in the Women in STEM category.
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Education
Year 6 DELF Prim' exam preparations
Every year, students in Year 6 are invited to sit the DELF Prim' A1 or A2 exam. The DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) is an official diploma in French language proficiency, awarded by the French Ministry of National Education, and is valid for life.
The Alliance Française de Sydney certified examiners will be delivering the DELF Prim' A1 and A2 exams at KHPS during school hours on Tuesday 28 October. We are proud to say that our students have a 100% DELF exam pass rate!
To prepare, our Year 6 students have been answering sample exam questions in the writing, reading and listening comprehension sections with their teacher of French during reading groups. Next term, students will practice the speaking section of the exam with FANS teachers during recess and receive feedback.
This formal exam is an excellent first validation of your child's progress, and is a stepping stone to the next level of high school DELF certifications.
We wish them all good luck and we can't wait to hand them their first official French diploma!
The French journey doesn't stop here.
ENROL WITH FANS EXTRA-CURRICULAR
HIGH SCHOOL FRENCH CLASSES
The next milestones — DELF Jr B1 and B2 — are internationally recognised qualifications that confirm your child’s French language skills at a high school level, opening doors to exciting future opportunities.
With FANS, your child can:
✔ Move confidently from DELF Prim' A1 or A2 to DELF Jr B1 & B2 in high school
✔ Gain an official diploma recognised worldwide by universities and employers
✔ Keep bilingual progress alive beyond primary school
✔ Provide a pathway to HSC French success
✔ Open doors to life-enriching experiences, such as travel abroad and student exchanges
👉 Learn more about FANS DELF Jr B1 & B2 prep classes
and our other extra-curricular high school French workshops
2026 Bilingual Program enrolments now closed
The official enrolment period for Kindy 2026 has closed and the school is in process of sending offers of places to future kindergarten students, with the first orientation day coming up in October.
If you are interested in enrolling your child in the bilingual program, please contact the office to discuss as soon as possible.
In the Classroom at KHPS
Rallye Lecture Reading Competition
Congratulations to the Certificat d'Or winners, who were celebrated for reading the most books of their year!
With so many books read and coupons earned this term, the FANS office was overflowing for the exciting draw for canteen vouchers. Congratulations to the lucky winners.
This year’s Rallye Lecture reading results are outstanding!
A total of 2,565 books were read in just six weeks — that’s over 600 more than last year!Kindergarten students took the lead with the highest number of books read across the school. A big thank you to parents for motivating and supporting their children in their very first year of big school.
Year 1 and Year 2 students averaged more than 12 books each during the challenge, in addition to their regular homework readers.From Kindy to Year 4, the most avid readers reached an incredible 30 books — one book every single day!
In Year 5, despite tackling longer novels and chapter books, some students managed to read more than 20 books, enjoying everything from novels and comics to non-fiction.
Rallye Lecture at Taren Point Public School
Francophone students at Taren Point held their second Rallye Lecture this term. Students were busy reading French books at home and in class:
- Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4): La Cabane magique – Sur la piste des Indiens by Mary Pope Osborne
- Stage 3 (Years 5 & 6): Journal d'un dégonflé – Un looong voyage by Jeff Kinney
A big thank you to Taren Point for sharing their journey with us.
Rallye Lecture at Camberwell Public School (VIC)
This year also saw something new! Our friends at Camberwell Public School ran their very first Rallye Lecture alongside ours. Together, we organised a simultaneous book tasting—students from both schools explored the same books and voted for their favourites. When we finally exchanged results and comments, we were surprised to learn that several year groups chose the same winning titles!
What a wonderful way to celebrate reading, sharing, and cultural exchange. We can’t wait to see what new adventures next year’s Rallye Lecture will bring.
Keep in touch
Email: info@fanssydney.org
FANS Office: 02 9975 5038
Information about the association, the bilingual program, and high school classes can be found on our website: www.fanssydney.org
Term 4 Enrolments
Enrolments are now open for Term 4 after-school activities.
To enrol, please email FANS with your child's details and your date of preference.
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3pm - 4pm
Anglophone L'Etude French Homework Club
Anglophone stream students in Year 3 to 6 are supervised in a small group setting by a Teacher of French as they complete their weekly French homework. Once their work is finished, students engage in fun French games and reading.
3pm - 5pm
Le Petit Sportif Bilingual Multi-sports Program
Welcome to new head coach, Clément! These fun and engaging bilingual multi-sports classes provide children from Kindy to Year 3 with a dynamic environment, led by experienced bilingual sports coaches.
High School Classes
After-school French
Continue building your student's French skills through high school with our after-school classes in History, Current Affairs, and DELF Jr B1 & B2 exam preparation.
In the Classroom - High School Students
After-school extra-curricular classes in Forestville
DELF B1 & B2 Jr Exams
Congratulations to the students who successfully sat the DELF B1 and B2 Jr exams at the Alliance Française Sydney in May.
Best of luck and bon courage to the 12 students who will sit the November DELF exam session.
The DELF is an internationally-recognised diploma of French proficiency, providing a valuable certificate for those interested in living, studying or working in a Francophone country.
The DELF B2 is now the standard required level for anyone applying for French citizenship, and can be required to study in a French-speaking university.
News & Current Affairs Workshop
Students in the new Esprit Critique high school class have been developing their critical thinking skills by discussing the many developments in global current affairs.
Topics have included:
• France's place in the world
• French budgetary crisis
• War in Ukraine
• Election of Donald Trump
• Israel-Palestine conflict
• History of the Suez Canal
• History of South African Apartheid
• History of China-Taiwan conflict
History Workshop
Students in the French History Workshop have been learning about key events of the 20th century, and how the past affects our current world:
High school classes
Why continue French with DELF certificate prep classes from Year 7?
KHPS graduates finish primary school with a far stronger level of French than any other public school in Sydney. But once in high school, daily immersion disappears – even at Killarney Heights High, where French is adapted for KHPS grads, exposure drops significantly. For those attending other schools, French may not even be on offer, or only at beginner level.
That’s why FANS runs after-school classes designed just for former KHPS students. These classes prepare students for the internationally recognised DELF Junior B1 and B2 exams, with separate streams for Anglophone and Francophone learners.
The DELF is not only great preparation for HSC French – it also opens doors to study, travel and work in Francophone countries worldwide.
Find out more on our website or contact the FANS office.
Enrolments for 2026 high school classes will open in Term 4
Focus
- 60+ boutique stalls offering gourmet food, fashion, accessories, homewares, art, and handcrafted goods – all with a French flair.
- Delicious French cuisine, including crêpes, croque-monsieur, raclette, charcuterie, cheeses, pastries & baked goods, waffles, saucissons, foie gras and more.
- Family fun with carnival rides, children’s games, and live music performances all day.
Volunteers needed!
Our much-loved French Market is fast approaching, and we need your help to make it a success!
From selling delicious food to helping set-up and pack away after a magical day, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
It’s a great opportunity to meet other families, support our school, and be part of a vibrant community event.
Sign-up today and lend a hand — a few hours make a big difference!
Sign-up to volunteer with the French Market team
Get in touch - frenchmarket@fanssydney.org
Bonnes vacances à tous !
Happy holidays everyone!
Happy holidays everyone!
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