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Nederlandse Afdeling - Lycée International

Français Spécial

Worried about the French language? Don't be! Our Français Spécial program helps children become fluent in French within a year.

Primary(6-10)Lower Secondary(11-14)
No worries about French
Most children in Français Spécial become fluent in French within one year. The program is specially designed for children who speak little to no French when moving to France.

How does it work?

Français Spécial is an intensive language program that helps children quickly learn French so they can join regular French education within one school year at most. The student follows classes at their own level and does not fall behind.

The program

  • 8 hours per week of extra French lessons
  • Small groups for personal attention
  • Experienced teachers specialized in French as a foreign language
  • Gradual integration into regular French classes

Who is it for?

The program is available for students from primary school (ages 6-10) through the first year of the lycée. Children are placed based on their age and current language level.

Success stories

Our daughter didn't speak a word of French when we arrived. After six months of Français Spécial, she had friends at school and was chatting fluently with the neighbors.

Van den Berg FamilyMoved from Amsterdam, 2024

We were very worried about the language barrier for our 12-year-old son. The Français Spécial team guided him wonderfully. He feels completely at home now.

Jansen FamilyMoved from Rotterdam, 2023

Frequently asked questions

How long does the program last?

Most children follow the program for one school year. Depending on progress, this can be shorter or longer. The goal is always full integration into regular education.

Can my older child still participate?

Yes! Français Spécial is available up to the first year of the lycée (around age 15).

What if my child already speaks some French?

We assess each child individually. Children with some prior knowledge may be placed in an advanced group or transition more quickly to regular classes.

Continue your journey

After completing Français Spécial, students join our regular bilingual program. Learn more about our DNBI for middle school students and theBFI diploma for university preparation.

Want to know more?

Contact us to discuss how Français Spécial can help your child.