Events
Mar 9
Secondary Field Trip
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As part of Beacon School’s commitment to global relevance and multilingual excellence, a group of secondary students recently embarked on an exciting French Language and Cultural Immersion Trip to Lomé, Togo. This cross-border experience offered students the chance to strengthen their French language skills while gaining deep insight into the culture, history, and daily life of a Francophone people.
The trip was designed to move language learning beyond the classroom, giving students the opportunity to apply their spoken and written French in authentic settings. From the moment they crossed the border, students engaged in everyday conversations with native speakers, including tour guides, local students, shopkeepers, and community members.
Throughout the trip, students participated in a variety of language-rich and culturally immersive activities. They visited historical sites in Lomé, attended workshops on Togolese customs, and toured local markets where they practiced negotiating and conversing in French. Each interaction boosted their confidence, fluency, and appreciation for the French language.
A major highlight was the time spent at l’Institut Français du Togo, where Beacon students immersed themselves in French literature, group discussions, virtual reality tours, and board games - all in French. The experience provided a real-world platform to test language skills in both formal and informal settings; and helped the students pick up current phrases and popular slang, not usually found in their text books.
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Beyond language, the immersion experience gave students a vivid understanding of Francophone culture—from traditional Togolese music and dance performances to trying out local dishes like “riz au gras” and “gboma desi” with akpan”. Visits to artisan centres also allowed students to explore Togo’s rich craft traditions and understand the role of art in the Togolese culture.
Teachers who accompanied the students noted a remarkable transformation in their language use, confidence, and global awareness. Students returned more fluent, more reflective, and more inspired to continue learning.
Beacon School’s French Immersion Trip to Lome, Togo is a practical example of the school’s dedication to provide students with international exposure and 21st-century skills. The experience not only enhanced language learning but also broadened students' worldviews, preparing the
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