Japanese has been the chosen Language Other Than English for students at Queenscliff Primary School for many years now. Languages prepare the children to be responsible and engaged members of our multicultural community, and to look outward as active and informed citizens of the world. Learning an Asian language provides the students with the opportunity to develop further understanding of the growing nature of Asia and its influence on the world.

The Japanese curriculum is organised in thematic units intended for all students. The engaging program includes speaking, listening, reading and writing activities with the majority of each lesson involving oral and conversational tasks, games and singing. Activities cover both interrelated strands of Communicating and Understanding, ensuring students develop language and cultural understanding. Students are taught oral Japanese language in conjunction with Japanese Sign Language and other additional gestures to help strengthen the connections made in the brain and to assist with recall.