Programs

Programs

Say ‘oui’ to French Immersion

Children are naturally inclined to learn language.

French Immersion is designed for English-speaking parents/guardians so they can support their children in school.

In French Immersion, students learn to speak French through the study of other subjects. This enriches their vocabulary, develops their problem solving skills, and increases their opportunities to speak French in meaningful contexts.

French Immersion provides students with an understanding of the cultures of French-speaking societies by integrating cultural studies into daily language instruction. Students also develop strong fundamental skills in oral communication (listening and speaking) as well as reading and writing.

Upon graduation from Grade 8, students receive an Elementary French Immersion Certificate. French Immersion students are encouraged to continue to study in the French Immersion Program at the secondary school level.

• In Kindergarten, French instruction is introduced at the beginning of the year with gradual progression to 100 per cent by the end of the year. Students are encouraged to respond in French as much as possible.
• In Grades 1 and 2, 100 per cent of the classroom instruction is in French.
• In Grades 3 and 4, French Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Health, Physical Education, Music, Art, and Science are taught in French, and 60 minutes of English Language Arts is introduced.
• In Grade 5 and 6, French Language Arts, Social Studies, Health, Physical Education, Music, Art, and Science are taught in French. 60 minutes of English Language Arts continues and Mathematics instruction in English is introduced.
• In Grades 7 and 8, French Language Arts, Social Studies (History, Geography), Music, Art, Physical Education and Health are taught in French while English Language Arts, Science, and Mathematics are taught in English.