Multilingualism
Multilingualism

Celebrating multilingualism

At St. Jude, students celebrate their language heritage daily in classrooms where languages blend naturally. Through active multilingual use, they spark curiosity, share stories, and build global perspectives. 

Our inclusive vision empowers learners to connect across cultures, grow in confidence, and see the world through different eyes - preparing them for a future where global connections matter.

Languages offered

At St. Jude school students master English, grow confident in Spanish and dive into French from Primary school to IB Diploma Programme.

Preschool Primary school Secondary school IB Diploma Programme

Preschool

Focus: playful auditory immersion

• Songs, routines, and games introduce language.
• Listening first, natural use in daily moments.
• Goal: build phonetic skills without pressure.

Primary school

Focus: bilingual academic skills

• Formal reading and writing in both languages.
• Subjects partly in English: Science, Social Studies.
• Progressive academic vocabulary.
• Oral participation, short presentations, reading comprehension.

Secondary school

Focus: language for academic and global projection

• Advanced writing: essays, research, formal presentations.
• Use in analytical contexts: debates, MUN, IB, IGCSE.
• Prep for certifications and global adaptability.

IB Diploma Programme

• From communication to analysis and argumentation.
• Academic writing in English and Spanish: essays, reflections, oral presentations aligned with international standards.

Empowering every learner

Students dive into language-rich experiences, building skills and resilience to thrive in a vibrant, global community.

Personalized language assessments

Students benefit from personalized language learning. Every new student completes an initial language assessment and a language profile questionnaire. Our goal is for students to achieve at least B2 proficiency in English, preparing them for higher education standards.

Personalized language assessments

Students benefit from personalized language learning. Every new student completes an initial language assessment and a language profile questionnaire. Our goal is for students to achieve at least B2 proficiency in English, preparing them for higher education standards.

Real-world language opportunities

Through International Schools Partnership’s International Learning Opportunities (ILOS), students dive into cultural exchanges, debates and creative film projects - safe, exciting spaces where students practice and grow their language skills with confidence.

Real-world language opportunities

Through International Schools Partnership’s International Learning Opportunities (ILOS), students dive into cultural exchanges, debates and creative film projects - safe, exciting spaces where students practice and grow their language skills with confidence.

Resources for parents

Through guides, webinars, and practical tips, families can support language learning at home and encourage multilingual growth.

Resources for parents

Through guides, webinars, and practical tips, families can support language learning at home and encourage multilingual growth.

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Discover our multilingual community - connect, share and grow with friends at STJ every day.

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Partnerships