Pharos Alliance NSW

Modern Greek Community Parent Survey

Have your say!


The Pharos Alliance NSW is inviting parents and carers to share their views on children learning Modern Greek. The short, anonymous survey will help us understand your perspectives, the support you need, and how we can make learning Greek easier and more meaningful for families.


Dear parents and/or carers,


Pharos Alliance NSW is a group of educators, community leaders, policy makers, and parents working together to make sure Modern Greek continues to be a strong and thriving language in NSW, with opportunities for all students to learn it.


We invite you to complete this short survey to share your views about your child’s learning of Modern Greek. We would like to know:

  • - whether you would like your child(ren) to learn the language and why

  • - what support or encouragement would help, any challenges you face as parents in supporting your child’s learning

Please do not write your name or any personal details. All responses are anonymous and confidential.


Yours sincerely,

Pharos Alliance NSW
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1.
Where do you live in New South Wales (NSW)?

Please provide your postcode
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2.
Where do you live in New South Wales (NSW)?

Please provide your postcode
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3.
What is your age group?
＜25
25-34
35-44
45-54
54+
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4.
Do you have or have cared for any children?
NB:  Based on NSW legislation, a child is of school age if they are at least 6 years old and not more than 17.
Yes
No
I am/ was a carer
5.
If you have a school aged child or children, how old are they? [Checkboxes]
6-12
13-16
17-18
0-5
6.
Do you speak Greek to your child(ren) at home?
Yes, always
Yes, sometimes
Occasionally
Never
I am expecting a child and plan to speak Greek to them
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7.
As a parent, how would you rate your own proficiency in Greek?
Select the option that best describes your current level
I do not speak Greek at all
Elementary – I can use simple words and phrases
Intermediate – I can hold basic conversations on familiar topics
Advanced – I can speak fluently, but not like a fully Greek-educated native speaker
Native – I either speak Greek at the level of a native speaker or am a native speaker educated in Greece or Cyprus, at least to lower secondary level
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8.
With whom do you speak Greek at home? [Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
I do not speak Greek at home
Spouse, partner or guardian of my child(ren)
Parent(s), sibling(s), grandparents or extended family
My child(ren)
Friends
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9.
In what context(s) do you use Greek at home?[Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
During meals or family gatherings
In the context of other household routines
While watching Greek TV or movies, listening to Greek music or Greek-language radio, or while interacting with other media
Other (please specify any other contexts in which you use Greek at home):
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10.
In what context(s) do you use Greek outside the home?[Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
I do not use Greek outside the home
At work or in professional settings
At church or other religious events
At community festivals or cultural events (e.g. Greek theatre or concerts)
While socialising with parents, extended family or friends
During language classes or other educational programs
During interactions with the Greek Consulate in Sydney
While visiting elderly relatives in hospitals or nursing homes
Whenever I travel to Greece or Cyprus
Other (please describe any other contexts in which you use Greek outside the home):
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11.
Would you like your child(ren) to learn Greek if they are NOT doing so already?
Yes, I would like my child(ren) to learn Greek if the opportunity were available
Undecided about whether I would like my child(ren) to learn Greek
No, I am not interested in having my child(ren) learn Greek
Feel free to elaborate on your answer to this question or provide any additional comments
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12.
How important is your child(ren) learning Greek to you?
Please select the answer that is the most accurate
Extremely important – It is a priority in my family
Very important – I actively encourage my child(ren)’s learning
Somewhat important – I value it, but it’s not essential
Not very important
My child(ren) learning Greek is not at all important to me
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13.
What are the main reasons you want your child(ren) to learn Greek?[Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
For reasons of identity (to connect with cultural or family heritage)
To enable participation in Greek community events, festivals and social gatherings
To make travel to Greece and Cyprus easier and/or more enjoyable
To improve future study or career opportunities (e.g. scholarships, study program, research)
To help maintain linguistic and cultural diversity in Australia
For known cognitive benefits (e.g. language learning boosts brain function and memory)
To improve communication skills in general, including in English
To support intergenerational communication
For communicating with Greek or Cypriot authorities (e.g. on inheritance or passport issues)
I don’t think learning Greek is important or necessary for my child(ren)
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14.
Is/are your school aged child(ren) currently learning Greek?
Yes
No
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15.
What do you believe is a good age for your child(ren) to learn Greek?[Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
I do not believe there is any value in teaching my child(ren) Greek
Early childhood age (0-5 years old)
Primary school age (6-11 years old)
High school age (12 to 17 years old)
Tertiary age (TAFE, University)
Any age
Feel free to add any additional comments here
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16.
What learning environments do you prefer for your child(ren) to learn Greek?[Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
In-person classes at school or university
Online classes (live)
Tutoring or private lessons
Immersion (e.g. language camps, spending time in Greece or Cyprus)
Self-study (e.g. self-paced textbooks or online courses)
Watching videos, listening to music, podcasts or news in Greek
Language exchange opportunities (e.g. partnering with native speakers for mutual language practice, conversation clubs or language cafes)
Informal community activities (e.g. playgroups, book clubs, cooking classes, dance or exercise groups, or social groups involving use of the Greek language)
Other (please specify)
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17.
What barriers have you faced (or expect to face) as a parent that would prevent your child(ren) from accessing Greek language learning opportunities? [Checkboxes]
Select all that apply
My child(ren) is/are not interested in or motivated to learn Greek
My child(ren) perceive(s) learning Greek as too difficult
Not offered at my child(ren)’s school
Lack of qualified private tutors or available providers nearby
Actual or probable cost of available tuition
Not aware of any opportunities in my area for my child(ren) to learn Greek
Inaccessibility of venue
Timetable clashes or limited availability of classes in school
Other
18.
Please list all known Greek language learning opportunities for children that you know to exist in your local area
E.g. churches, public schools, Greek secondary colleges, state secondary schools, private tuition, or other organisations that offer Greek language learning opportunities.
19.
Please outline any additional Greek language learning opportunities that you would like to see established in your local area for your child(ren):
20.
Do you have any suggestions for making Greek language learning opportunities more accessible or appealing to your child(ren)? E.g.Would you be interested in cultural events or programs designed for families and child(ren) to learn together? How could Greek community organisations contribute to Greek language revitalisation? Any other ideas?
21.
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions on how your child(ren)’s learning of Greek could be supported by Pharos NSW?
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22.
How did you first become aware of this survey?
Pharos NSW Instagram
Other social media
Word of mouth (e.g. friends, family)
Greek language media
English pages of Greek newspapers
Other (please specify)
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