Switzerland 1. Klasse School Syllabus (Canton of Zurich) - Sprachen

The curriculum for Sprachen (Languages) in 1. Klasse (Grade 1) in the Canton of Zurich follows the Lehrplan 21 framework. The Lehrplan 21 is the official curriculum for primary and secondary schools in the Canton of Zurich.

Lehrplan 21 - Sprachen (Languages)

The Sprachen curriculum focuses on developing foundational language skills in German (Deutsch), and introduces a second language, typically French (Französisch) or English (Englisch), depending on the school's program.

1. Zyklus (Kindergarten & 1./2. Klasse Primarschule)

The 1. Zyklus encompasses kindergarten and the first two years of primary school. The Sprachen curriculum for this cycle emphasizes the following:

• Deutsch (German): Focuses on developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in German. This includes phonics, vocabulary building, basic grammar, and age-appropriate reading and writing activities.
• Fremdsprachen (Foreign Languages): Introduces a second language, usually French or English. The emphasis is on oral communication, basic vocabulary, and familiarizing students with the sounds and rhythms of the new language.

Specific learning objectives and competencies for each language and grade level can be found on the Lehrplan 21 website.