Mission

The Little French School is passionate about empowering students socially, emotionally, and academically through the medium of French culture, diversity, and language in an accessible and fun learning environment. Our vision is to support the well-being and self-confidence of each student while instilling acceptance, respect, and creativity. We never forget the importance of play; it teaches socialization and empathy. All of these combined promote learning.

Philosophy

The Little French School’s philosophy is to prepare students to embrace life by modeling kindness, cultural awareness, and respect of others. Creativity and individuality are highly encouraged in a safe and loving setting.

Inclusion Policy

We believe that inclusion is a right, not a privilege. The Little French School is an open and accepting safe space for all children, families, and staff to learn, explore, play, connect, and work. We do not discriminate in enrollment or employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, ethnic or national origin, familial status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, ability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We welcome in our school all shapes, sizes, colors, sexes, languages, cultures, beliefs, ages, and statuses.

Why Choose The Little French School?

Our school is open for children between the ages of 24 months and 5 years in our three French immersion classes. See enrollment page for more information.

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Life at the The Little French School

Our immersion program seeks to sharpen each child’s intellectual abilities by using a second language as a medium of instruction, helping the children to develop their full potential. Each child’s individuality and creativity is honored and encouraged, which helps our young learners develop self-esteem.

We maintain an environment in which positive reinforcement is provided and children are able to make choices. Respect for one another is at the core of our philosophy, and conflicts are resolved with redirection, communication, and mutual respect.

The Little French School is dedicated to small class sizes and personalized attention, basing the level of instruction on each child’s interests and abilities. We are also passionate about forging connections between family, community, and environment, and supporting cultural awareness in our students. Children are encouraged to explore their own creativity and individuality through activities and projects in the areas of art, music, storytelling, discovery science, and physical and environmental education. The French language is learned gradually through the curriculum and also as children hear it spoken throughout the day.

Programs

During the 2025 - 2026 school year, we will be open Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 5:30pm.

We offer our three classes:

Toute Petite Section (Toddler, 2 years old - 3 years old)
Petite Section (Preschool, 3 years old - 4 years old and potty-trained)
Moyenne Section (Pre-K, 4 years old - 5 years old)

We provide a 10-month pre-academic program (early September through mid-June) and follow the 4J calendar as much as possible. The age cutoff is based on how old the child is on September 1st of the current academic year.

We are also offering a month-long Summer Program this academic year from July 1st to July 31st, 2026. The camp hours and schedule options are the same as those of our regular academic year, from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Families will have the option to apply for weekly camp or for the full month. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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Classrooms

Toute Petite Section (Toddler)

This class focuses mainly on fostering the development of social-emotional skills and interactions with pairs. This helps the children navigate in a structured classroom setting. An emphasis is put on learning to share, building friendships, and autonomy within a nurturing and safe group environment.

Toute Petite Section operates from 8:30am-5:30pm, 5 days/week, with full- and part-time options available.

Enrollment is open with space available for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

Petite Section (Preschool)

This class introduces discovery and exploration through art, songs, movement, stories, and manipulatives. Fostering the development of budding social skills and interactions, we help your child’s personality bloom. An emphasis is put on growing social-emotional development, problem-solving skills, and independence within a kind and safe group environment.

Petite Section operates from 8:30am-5:30pm, 5 days/week, with full- and part-time options available.

Enrollment is open with space available for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

Moyenne Section (Pre-K)

This class provides a French intensive experience that promotes discovery-learning in a fun, warm, and dynamic environment while attending to each child’s individual needs. The curriculum includes broad academics, science, music, geography, arts and crafts, baking, and role-playing. Our imaginary travels around the world provide insight to international cultures & introduce the children to different world views.

Moyenne Section operates from 8:30am-5:30pm 5 days/week, with full time and part time options available.

Enrollment is closed for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Waitlist available.