Cours PRÉPARATOIRE (CP) – First grade
Cours ÉLÉMENTAIRE 1 (CE1) – Second grade
Cours ÉLÉMENTAIRE 2 (CE2) – Third grade

During the first three years in Lower School, students continue to grow in their knowledge of French and English and rapidly expand their speaking proficiency, reading comprehension, and writing skills.

Emphasis is placed on social-emotional development, and students are learning how to effectively interact and work with classmates.

Students continue to receive instruction in both American and French math programs. STEM, Music, Art, Technology, Social Studies, and Physical Education are important components to the Élémentaire program.

Cours Moyen 1 (CM1) – Fourth grade
Cours Moyen 2 (CM2) – Fifth grade

In Grades 4 and 5, the curriculum is carefully designed to ensure students are fully prepared for the transition to middle school.

Academic skills in STEAM, literature, history, and geography are further strengthened, and in Grade 4, students begin a third language: Spanish. Their proficiency in information and communications technologies continues to advance, alongside ongoing engagement in visual arts and music, all with the goal of ensuring readiness for middle school success.