La Petite Ecole [age 2]
A GENTLE PREPARATION FOR PRESCHOOL
From the age of 2*, kids in La Petite Ecole enjoy a curriculum that naturally and gently prepares them for an exciting bilingual journey in the Lycée Preschool. Together, they play and learn, socialize and interact while developing their knowledge and verbal skills in two languages. They develop gross and fine motor skills. They learn to think and organize their thoughts, while exploring the world around them. Fun educative projects pave the way for the implementation of a solid foundation of learning, generously integrating artistic activities, in a friendly bilingual environment at our international preschool.
*Applicants do not need to be potty trained to attend this program.
La Petite Ecole is a flexible program
This program comes with two options.
- The part time program is held every week day until 12:30pm.
- The full time program is every week day and ends at 3:30pm in the afternoon, It includes a nap and can be followed by after school activities.
La Petite Ecole is part of the Lycée Preschool
La Petite Ecole follows the school calendar and is offered on the both primary school campuses. It strictly follows licensing regulations.
The curriculum in La Petite Ecole
La Petite Ecole (LPE) follows a curriculum that naturally and gently prepares children to enter our full time, bilingual Preschool. At La Petite Ecole, children play and learn together, socialize and interact while immersing themselves in the French language. They explore language as well as all forms of communication: body language, comedy and artistic expression... They develop gross and fine motor skills. They learn to think and organize their thoughts, while exploring the world around them. Fun educative projects pave the way for the implementation of a solid foundation of learning, generously integrating artistic activities, in a friendly French environment. The class is led by a French teacher and an assistant teacher.
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The main objective of La Petite Ecole is socialization
In La Petite Ecole, classes are small and intimate with a maximum of 14 kids. The size of the group allows students to find their place and develop their personality. They learn to express their feelings while recognizing and respecting their peers' emotions. Social and emotional learning is a big part of growing up in La Petite Ecole!
- Language and Communication
- Living together
- Discovering the world
- Being active and expressing yourself
- Developing your imagination and creativity
- A day in La Petite Ecole
Language and Communication
Living together
Discovering the world
Being active and expressing yourself
Developing your imagination and creativity
A day in La Petite Ecole
IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL
After preschool, students can choose between the two tracks offered at the Lycée: the French Track and the International Track. Explore these options by clicking on the buttons below.
NEWS & NOTEWORTHY in PRESCHOOL
Before children begin using books, paper, pens, or tablets, they first learn how to live together, build friendships, and resolve conflicts. These fundamental, lifelong social skills are initially practiced on the playground and then intentionally nurtured through circle time, reading, class discussions, school plays, and clubs.
PRESCHOOL | PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM
Last week, our preschool had an unforgettable experience with some very special visitors—a traveling petting zoo! The children had the opportunity to meet and interact with 20 friendly animals, including a llama, a turtle, a sheep, goats, bunnies, and more. Read more and watch the video!
Mangiamo! Our SAU preschoolers had a special treat this week! Pierro and Maria, a lovely couple visiting from Sicily (and in-laws of our very own Teacher Georgia), shared their expertise with our students.
Now they are trained sous-chefs and ready to help you prepare dinner, as long as it's lasagna!
This week, our students took advantage of the radiant California sun and walked from the Ortega and Ashbury campuses to the beach for a responsible clean up. Much more than a clean-up, this activity highlighted the importance of environmental responsibility today, especially in the world our students will inherit from us
On the SAU campus, students continue their exploration of emotions, recognizing their importance in their daily lives, especially as kindergartners. The project aims to enable students to understand not only their own emotions but also those of their friends.
WHAT PARENTS SAY ABOUT MAKING THE LYCEE CHOICE
COLORING BOOK: TO LEARN WHILE YOU PLAY
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Andrew started in La Petite Ecole knowing no French other than "bonjour" and "merci". After 4 months he was singing French songs. This year in preschool, he is learning to count, tell the days of the week and speak sentences in French all while enhancing his English speaking and comprehension skills.
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