Classes Description:

French for Native Speakers 
Kindergarten & 1st grade – This class is open to bilingual students. All activities are conducted in French and aim to develop rich, organized verbal language that others can understand. Children are encouraged to speak and be understood in French. They also learn to listen, comprehend, and respond appropriately. The class introduces the alphabet, phonics, and the first steps toward reading and writing in French.

2nd to 4th grade -This class is open to bilingual students who are already reading in English and will be reading and writing in French. In this class, all activities are conducted in French. The child develops the basic acquisition in reading, writing as well as grammar skills. The student will be taught to better differentiate English to French and to understand the basic grammar rules.

French as Second Language   
K & 1st grade – beginners – This class introduces verbal communication and is adapted to the comprehension level of young learners. The goal is for children to express simple phrases in basic social situations through activities such as stories, creative projects, songs, and games.

2^nd & 4th grade – intermediate – This class is designed for students with basic verbal and comprehension skills in French. Children continue to develop these skills and expand their vocabulary through varied and playful activities.

The EFNY program follows a French-only policy in all Francophone classes, and students from these classes will have weekly assignments for efficient progress. Please help us with this by encouraging your child to follow these rules.