The French Maternal School offers French immersion programs for children ages 2 1/2 to 5 (Kindergarten). The school educates young children to reach a high level of academic performance in a nurturing environment. Teaching is modeled on “L’école maternelle”, a highly successful French system of early childhood education that aims to secure a rich and motivating environment where each child develops his/her full potential.

The curriculum is organized around cycles that bridge children’s learning from preschool to primary school, and it defines competencies that children are expected to meet by the end of each program. Teachers monitor students’ progress toward meeting these pedagogical objectives.

The summer camp is an excellent way for students to keep their French skills current during the summer. It is also a great way to make new friends and introduce the French Maternal School program to newcomers! Being immersed in a French speaking environment every day for an entire week or more makes students progress quickly in their speaking and understanding skills.