Wolof (woʊlɒf) is a language of Senegal, the Gambia and Mauritania, and the native language of the Wolof people. Like the neighbouring languages Serer and Fula, it belongs to the Senegambian branch of the Niger–Congo language family.

 Is Wolof a written language?

 Wolof (Wollof)

 The Wolof orthography using the Latin alphabet was standardised in 1974 and is the official script for Wolof in Senegal. Wolof is also sometimes written with the Garay alphabet which was devised by Assane Faye, a Senegalese artist, in 1961.

 Entrance Requirements

 NO Prior knowledge or proficiency in Wolof is necessary.

 We assess learners according to the Multicultural Kids Network teaching style approach This means you must demonstrate what you are able to do with the Wolof language and, upon arrival, you will be assessed in four skill levels (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and placed in the appropriate class according to your skill level.

 Assessments

 Student assessments take place on demand basis.

 Class Information

 Classes are offered in one-week blocks and begin on the Monday of each week. Students can choose how long they would like to study and a final assessment will be given at the completion of their studies. Students are expected to attend and participate in all classes.

 • Less that eight weeks: receive a certificate of participation upon completion

 • Four weeks or more: You will be pair with a Senegalese peer in West Africa to study with remotely.

 Multicultural Kids Network combines excellent classroom instruction with the opportunity to practice your Wolof in an African academic community.

 Classes will focus on a range of topics that teach language for everyday living. There will also be some instruction in English for learning Wolof. As a Multicultural Kids Network community member you’ll be able to participate in music, sports and other African cultural recreations. You are also welcome to enjoy the full Multicultural Kids Network experience as part of your education, which means you’ll have the opportunity to participate in Intentional Social Group sessions, Cultural Studies time Share, Mame Cheich Ibrahima Fall Teachings, Cheick Anta Diop Teachings.