World Languages

Ambitious. Lively. Empowering. Fun! These are just some of the words to describe World Language classrooms at The Hill School. Through immersive and in-context teaching methodologies, our students learn interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational language skills — while also developing cultural and global competency. Hill students quickly gain the confidence to listen, speak, and negotiate for meaning as they achieve proficiency in their target languages.

World Languages Offered at The Hill:

Choosing a language to study at The Hill School - Classical, Romance (French or Spanish), or Chinese - is a significant decision. Students are making a strategic and cultural choice that will build identity and may impact both college and career opportunities. It's important to think about current interests and potential directions for the future to help discover language you will  benefit most from and enjoy studying.

Beyond the Classroom

At Hill, opportunities to experience authentic language exchanges on campus are limitless – in the dorms, at cultural celebrations, and during student activities. The department is currently planning possible future trips to China, France, and Spain.

School Year Abroad (SYA)

SYA provides an opportunity for Hill students to extend their learning beyond campus to locations in France, Italy, and Spain. These immersion programs focus on experiential learning, feature home-stays in authentic cultural contexts, and allow students to complete an American-style year of education in preparation for the college admission process.

Why Chinese?

Chinese classes at Hill are fun but rigorous, and cultural and historical knowledge is a key component. Learn more about studying Chinese at Hill.

World Languages Course Offerings

For more information about the World Languages Department, please contact Mr. Chris DeLucia P'13, Chair of the World Languages Department, at cdelucia@thehill.org.