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Why
teach French to children?
Why
start very young?
- Research has found
that learning a second language is much easier before the age of six
or seven. As a child's brain forms new neural connections, the
second language is assimilated as the brain develops, making it
easier to learn.
- Learning that second
language early makes it easier to get the right French accent and
pronunciation.
- The longer you learn
a language, the more proficient you will become, so encourage your
children to start as early as possible.
What are the
benefits for the children?
- Children not only
learn the words in both languages, they discover another culture,
sense of humor, other ways of expressing themselves. As we know,
straight translation doesn't often work, 'things British' need to be
interpreted to be understood in France and vice-versa.
- Children thus develop
a more open mind as they start to understand that people
think and express themselves in different ways. They become true
citizens of the world.
- Several studies have
shown that taking a second language will
help children perform better in other subjects such as maths and
indeed English. Overall school performance tends to improve and
problem-solving skills appear superior in children
who have been taught a second language early in life.
- Students taking GCSE
and Higher French (or other languages)exams will have better
results.
For more information,
consult the EYE magazine, Volume 8, No.5, September 2006. Article
by Jackie Cosh.
French for children
Classes
and tuitions
We have years of experience teaching French to children.
We use diverse methods to suit the age and ability of the children.
We work with classes and individuals alike.
We offer different options:
For 1-3 year olds:
Traditional French songs, puppets & rhymes.
For 3-11 year olds:
| 1- ‘La
Jolie Ronde’ |
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structured programmes. |
| Nursery
& primary French during term time, in age groups; using songs, stories, games, activity
books
and role plays.
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2- Fun
activities
in French with story-telling,
arts & crafts and
traditional French
songs. After school and during
school
holidays for
nursery
and primary age
children,
in age groups.
3-Building
on school French. (From
8-9 years of age onwards).
(Home
work, extra support...)
Fees:
For 1-3 year olds: (up
to 6 children with parent) 20mn-sessions for £20 per child/parent for
a
5 week-block. (depending on venue)
For 3-11 year olds: (between
5 and 10 pupils per class, split into age groups)
1- Structured
'La Jolie Ronde' courses:
depends on age,
duration of session and venue chosen: between £40
and £80 per child per 10 week-block.
2- Activities
in French, fees will depend on age group,
duration of session and venue chosen: between
£5.50
and £7.50 per hour per child, in small
classes.
3- Building on
school French (1 - 5 pupils)
with
45mn-weekly sessions, between
£ 8 (for 3-5
pupils) and £ 15 per child (for 1-2 pupils)
per session
for a 10 week -block.
Existing La Jolie Ronde
classes during term time; Current
classes
run until mid December and the new term will run from mid January till mid
April 2007.
In Dollar,
Mondays 3.45-4.30pm for Primary 5, 6 and
7.
Tuesdays 3.45 -4.05pm for 3-5 year olds, pre
school.
4.15-4.45pm for Primary 1 and 2.
4.50-5.30pm for Primary 3 and 4.
In Milnathort,
Fridays 3.55-4.15pm for 3-5
year olds, preschool.
4.20-4.50pm for primary 1 and 2.
5-5.40pm for primary 3,4.
5.50-6.30pm for primary 4,5,6.
These classes can be
joined at any stage, please phone for more details and for bookings.
Disclaimer:
Please note: We are not employed by La Jolie Ronde but have the LJR
franchise as self-employed licensees. La Jolie Ronde's own website is at www.lajolieronde.co.uk
and any statements made on this website are ours and not those of LJR.
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