Earn Ontario Secondary School Credits While Strengthening Your Greek Language Skills
From age 3 onward, students build bilingual skills and cultural fluency through immersive Greek instruction.
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Language, History, & Heart All in One
Our curriculum is designed to support different learning styles and follows the four main strands outlined by the Ontario Ministry of Education
- Oral Communication: Understanding and responding to spoken Greek in various contexts.
- Reading: Interpreting and analyzing Greek texts.
- Writing: Expressing ideas through structured and creative writing.
- Intercultural Understanding: Exploring Greek traditions, history, and global influence.
Through academic challenge, personalized support, and cultural engagement, our students not only enhance their language abilities but also earn official credits. By program’s end, they are well-equipped for further education and global citizenship within the Greek-speaking world.
A Heritage Program That Builds Global Citizens
Πρόγραμμα Ελληνικής Γλώσσας στη Δευτεροβάθμια Εκπαίδευση
At Glen Briar Academy, the Greek High School Program is ultimately about more than learning to speak, read, and write Greek. It is about building connections across generations, strengthening cultural identity, developing confidence, and empowering young people to carry the Greek language and culture forward.
By the completion of the program, students leave not only as stronger Greek-language learners, but also as thoughtful and confident communicators who are prepared to participate meaningfully in their communities and in an increasingly interconnected world.
Μαθαίνουμε τη γλώσσα. Ανακαλύπτουμε τον πολιτισμό. Διατηρούμε την κληρονομιά μας. Χτίζουμε το μέλλον.
A Heritage Program That Builds Global Citizens
Ontario Secondary School Credits
Our Senior Division offers students the opportunity to earn Ontario secondary school credits through Ministry-inspected Greek language courses developed in accordance with the Ontario International Languages Curriculum.
The Greek High School Program at Glen Briar Academy provides secondary school students with the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the Greek language and culture while working toward recognized Ontario secondary school credits. Our courses provide students with a rich and academically meaningful language-learning experience.
Through an inquiry-based and communicative approach, students strengthen their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while exploring topics related to identity, community, history, traditions, and contemporary issues. With personalized support, academic rigor, and meaningful cultural engagement, students build confidence in their language abilities and develop the skills necessary for future academic success.
A Heritage Program That Builds Global Citizens
Language, Culture & Identity
Our program encourages students to explore the meaningful connections between language, culture, identity, and community. Students engage with Greek history, traditions, literature, contemporary life, and the global Greek community, developing a deeper appreciation for their cultural heritage while broadening their understanding of the world around them.
For many students, learning Greek strengthens connections to family, heritage, and identity. For others, it provides an opportunity to discover and appreciate a language and culture that has had a significant influence throughout the world.
High School courses foster a deep appreciation for the Greek language and culture while encouraging critical thinking, effective communication, and intercultural understanding. Through these experiences, students develop a stronger connection to the Greek-speaking world and are encouraged to participate actively and confidently in the global Greek community.
A Heritage Program That Builds Global Citizens
Communication & Language Development
We believe that language learning is most meaningful when students have opportunities to use the language with purpose. Rather than focusing solely on vocabulary and grammar, students are encouraged to communicate their ideas, ask questions, explore different perspectives, make connections, and apply their learning in authentic situations.
Through discussions, collaborative activities, inquiry, written communication, presentations, cultural exploration, and engagement with a variety of texts and media, students develop greater confidence and independence in their use of the Greek language.
Our curriculum develops students' skills across the four main strands of the Ontario International Languages Curriculum: Oral Communication, Reading, Writing, and Intercultural Understanding. Students strengthen their ability to understand and communicate in spoken Greek, interpret and respond thoughtfully to a variety of Greek-language texts, and express their ideas effectively through both structured and creative writing.
Through intercultural learning, students also explore Greek traditions, history, identity, values, and contemporary society while developing a broader understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives.
Rooted in Heritage. Ready for the World.
Η Εκμάθηση της Ελληνικής μέσω της Καθημερινής Επαφής
Η Εκμάθηση της Ελληνικής μέσω της Καθημερινής Επαφής
At Glen Briar Academy, Greek Language is offered as an elective subject from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8, providing students with meaningful opportunities to develop language proficiency while exploring the rich history, culture, and traditions of Greece. Open to students of all backgrounds and language abilities, the program uses inquiry-based learning, authentic experiences, and transdisciplinary connections to strengthen speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while exploring concepts related to identity, culture, and global citizenship. Our student-centred approach fosters curiosity, communication, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding, empowering learners to make meaningful connections between language, community, and the world around them within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
The Earlier They Start, the Stronger They Soar
Πρόγραμμα Εκμάθησης της Ελληνικής ως Γλώσσας Κληρονομιάς
Πρόγραμμα Εκμάθησης της Ελληνικής ως Γλώσσας Κληρονομιάς
At Glen Briar Academy, our programs are designed to support students at every stage of their Greek language and cultural learning journey. Through inquiry-based learning experiences, students build confidence in their communication skills while developing a deeper understanding of the Greek language, history, geography, traditions, and culture. From our youngest learners to students in the Intermediate Division, our program fosters curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and independence while helping students establish meaningful connections between their learning and their Greek heritage. Through language instruction, cultural exploration, and traditional dance, students strengthen their sense of identity, cultivate pride in their heritage, and develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to become lifelong learners and active members of the Greek community, both at a local and global level.
Choose from Wednesday afterschool at our East end location, or Saturday morning programs at our North York campus.
CLEAR ANSWERS FOR FAMILIES
YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT GREEK LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
Who can enroll in the Greek School GBA program?
Our programs are open to students of all backgrounds and language abilities. Whether your child comes from a Greek-speaking home, has Greek heritage, or is completely new to the language, we provide a welcoming and supportive environment for learning.
Do students need to speak Greek before enrolling?
No, they do not. Glen Briar Academy offers programs for students at various levels of proficiency, including beginners, heritage language learners, and students seeking to strengthen their existing Greek language skills.
What ages do the Greek Language programs serve?
Glen Briar Academy offers programs for students from Pre-Kindergarten through high school, including Ontario Secondary School credit courses. Beyond high school, Adult Greek Language classes are offered for individuals wishing to learn Greek, strengthen their language skills, or deepen their connection to Greek language and culture.
When do classes take place?
GBA’s Greek as a Heritage Language Program is offered on Wednesdays (4:30 to 6:30) or on Saturdays (9:00 to 12:30). Greek Language instruction is also available as part of the regular school day for students enrolled in Glen Briar Academy’s Day School program. For secondary school students, our Ontario Secondary School Greek Credit Program is offered on Tuesdays (4:30 to 8:00) or Saturdays (9:00-12:30) , providing flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of families and learners.
What is the focus of the program?
Glen Briar Academy’s Greek Language programs focus on developing students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while fostering an appreciation for Greek culture, history, traditions, and contemporary life. Learning is inquiry-based, interactive, and connected to real-world experiences.
Are traditional Greek dance classes included?
Yes, they are. Traditional Greek dance is an important part of our programs. Students learn dances from various regions of Greece while developing confidence, teamwork, coordination, and cultural awareness.
More Than a Language It’s a Living Experience
Families Appreciate the Cultural Depth
Parents love how the Greek Program connects children to culture, confidence, and community.
