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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 fully participate in regular French education.

The program

  • 8 hours per week of extra French lessons
  • Small groups for personal attention
  • Experienced teachers specialized in French as a second 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 4th year of middle school. 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 Family Moved 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 Family Moved 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 4th year of secondary school (around age 14). Older children also achieve excellent results, though their learning path may be somewhat different.

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.

Want to know more?

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