Pharos Alliance NSW Modern Greek Learners Survey

Thank you for taking the time to share your voice.


Your experiences and perspectives are invaluable in helping the Pharos Alliance NSW understand how Modern Greek is being learned, supported, and celebrated across NSW and how we can better support learners of all ages to keep the language and culture strong for future generations.

This short, anonymous survey is your opportunity to shape the next steps in strengthening Modern Greek education across our communities.

All responses will remain 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.
Which of the following best describes you?
School student (Primary or Secondary)
University or TAFE student
Adult learner (community class or private study)
Parent/carer of a learner
Other
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3.
Where are you currently learning (or have learned) Greek?[Checkboxes]
Public school
Independent or Catholic school
Community language or Saturday school
Open High School / NSW School of Languages
Saturday School of Community Languages / Secondary College of Languages
University or adult learning program
Online or self-taught
Other
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4.
How long have you been learning (or did you learn) Modern Greek?
Currently learning
Within the last 5 years
5-10 years ago
More than 10 years ago
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5.
How supported do you feel in your learning journey? (By “supported,” we mean the encouragement, resources, and opportunities that help you continue learning and using Greek.)
Not at all(0)
Very(100)
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6.
What motivates you most to learn Greek? (Select up to 3)[Checkboxes]
Family or cultural heritage
Interest in language and culture
Travel or connection to Greece
Teacher encouragement
Friends or community influence
School or university program
Other
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7.
What are the main challenges you’ve faced when learning? (Select up to 3)[Checkboxes]
Limited time or opportunity to learn
Difficulty with grammar or vocabulary
Not enough classes or programs available
Lack of resources or technology
Feeling isolated (few others learning)
Other
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8.
How confident do you feel using the Greek language?
Not at all(0)
Very Confident(100)
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9.
How is Greek language and culture promoted in your school or community?[Checkboxes]
Cultural events
Festivals
Greek Days
Newsletters
Competitions
Excursions
Online groups
other
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10.
What kinds of resources or experiences help you most in learning Greek?[Checkboxes]
Interactive digital tools and games
Films, music, and cultural stories
Conversation groups
Classes focused on speaking and listening
Support from teachers or mentors
Other
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11.
Did you learn Modern Greek at different stages of your education, and if so, how did your learning journey continue (or not continue)? Please select all that apply.[Checkboxes]
I started learning Modern Greek in primary school and continued in high school.
I started learning Modern Greek in primary school but did not continue in high school.
I started learning Modern Greek in high school only.
I studied Modern Greek through to the HSC level.
I learned Modern Greek outside of school (e.g. tutoring, community classes, university, or adult learning).
I have not formally studied Modern Greek but I am interested in learning it.
Other
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12.
If you stopped learning Modern Greek, what were the main reasons you did not continue?
Please select all that apply.[Checkboxes]
It was not offered at my next school or education level.
There were scheduling conflicts with other subjects.
I wanted to focus on other subjects or interests.
I lost motivation or interest in learning Greek.
I found the lessons too difficult or not engaging.
I moved schools or changed location.
My family or community did not encourage continuing.
I preferred to learn another language instead.
I dropped Modern Greek because I didn't believe it would scale well in the HSC/ATAR
Other (please specify):
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13.
What might have helped you continue learning Modern Greek?[Checkboxes]
different teaching approaches,
more engaging materials,
stronger support from school or family,
more class options
Other:
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14.
How important is it to you that Modern Greek continues to be taught and learned in NSW?
Very(0)
Not at all(100)
15.
What do you think would make the biggest difference in helping more people learn and use Greek?
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16.
How connected do you feel to the wider Greek-speaking or learning community in NSW?
Very(0)
Not at all(100)
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17.
Would you like to stay informed or involved in future projects that strengthen Greek language learning in NSW?
Yes
Maybe
No
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