Individual weekly plan
Each child agrees a weekly plan with the teacher. They learn to organise their time, set goals and assess their progress.
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Montessori 6-12, in bilingual immersion
At six, the child becomes a reasoning mind: they seek to understand the world, connect ideas, develop moral awareness and critical thinking. Our elementary class welcomes them into a structured, demanding and deeply respectful bilingual environment.
The French national curriculum is fully covered. Montessori is our method for reaching those goals — not a parallel programme.
Our 6-12 pedagogy in practice
From concrete to abstract
Maths, grammar and science concepts are first handled with materials, then internalised and symbolised.
Cross-disciplinary projects
The Great Stories (origins of the universe, of life, of humankind) open up multi-week projects that cut across subjects.
Multi-age class
The 6-12 share one classroom. Older children pass on and consolidate; younger ones learn by observing and imitating.
Educational outings
Library, museum, farm, nature outings: the class regularly goes out to anchor learning in the real world.
Daily English
English isn't taught — it's lived. Children gradually access reading in English and discover English-language literature.
Preparing the child for life, not just for exams
We support children to become:
- Independent
- Responsible
- Curious
- Able to cooperate and adapt
- Confident speakers in both French and English
- Ready to enter Year 7 in any secondary school
Frequently asked questions
What is Montessori pedagogy, in practice?
It's an approach developed by Maria Montessori (Italian physician, 1870-1952) based on observing the child and respecting their rhythm. The child freely chooses their activity in a carefully prepared environment, handles concrete sensorial materials, and moves gradually from sensory experience to abstract thinking. The teacher observes and guides — never imposes.
Will my child follow the French national curriculum?
Yes. The French national curriculum is fully covered, especially in the 6-12 class. Montessori is our method for meeting those goals — not a parallel programme.
What happens to a child after Junior Academy?
The aim of Montessori isn't only to prepare a child for the next school — it's to prepare them for life. Our pupils go on to state, private or international schools. They leave with valuable skills: autonomy, organisation, self-confidence, intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn on their own. These qualities usually make the transition to a new school setting smooth.
Why mixed-age classes?
Multi-age classes (3-6 and 6-12) encourage cooperation, mutual help and healthy emulation. Younger children learn by watching the older ones; older children consolidate their knowledge by passing it on. It's a cornerstone of Montessori education.
Let's talk
A 15-minute chat with our head teacher, no strings attached. You'll leave with a clear picture of our approach and the next steps.