BILINGUAL ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM (Ages 6-11)
The Next Steps in Educational Excellence
FRENCH-ENGLISH BILINGUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Located in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2, La Petite Ecole Ho Chi Minh’s bilingual primary school welcomes students aged 6 to 11, from Grade 1 through Grade 5. Our program emphasizes personalized teaching, strong foundational skills, and global awareness, preparing children for lifelong success in a multicultural world.
FLOURISH FROM THE AGES OF 6 TO 11 AT OUR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
At La Petite Ecole Ho Chi Minh International School, our bilingual elementary program blends academic excellence with a nurturing, multicultural environment. We focus on building strong foundations in mathematics, reading, and writing while fostering multilingual fluency in French and English.
The curriculum integrates hands-on learning projects in science, technology, and digital literacy, while also encouraging creativity through regular sports and arts activities. Our goal is to support every child’s growth, academically, socially, and emotionally, from Grade 1 to Grade 5.
Our classes by age :
- CP (equivalent Grade 1 – 6-7 years): Reading and writing with confidence
- CE1 (equivalent Grade 2 – 7-8 years): Understanding and counting with ease
- CE2 (equivalent Grade 3 – 8-9 years): Act and develop reasoning skills
- CM1 (equivalent Grade 4 – 9-10 years): Knowing and experimenting with curiosity
- CM2 (equivalent Grade 5 – 10-11 years): Consolidate and prepare for middle school
WHY CHOOSE OUR INTERNATIONAL BILINGUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
Personalised support
We prioritise the specific developmental needs of young children, paying particular attention to their well-being and self-confidence.
Learning foundations
Our educational curriculum lays the foundations for future learning requirements (understanding, expressing ideas, exploring the world, etc.).
Playful and reflective learning
We give priority to learning through action and games, which encourage children to memorise and motivate them.
Multilingual and multicultural environment
Thanks to a combination of half-days in French and English, enriched by 1 hour of Vietnamese per week, divided by group: Vietnamese as a foreign language or Vietnamese as a mother tongue, we offer daily immersion in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
Development through Art and Sport
Children take part in daily physical and artistic activities to encourage the harmonious development of action, sensations, imagination, sensitivity, thought and language.
Holistic Education
Our holistic approach translates into a variety of activities – educational outings, group projects, emotional development and a bilingual environment – that encourage each child to explore their talents, work as part of a team and grow with confidence and an open mind.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ROUTINE AT LA PETITE ECOLE HO CHI MINH CITY
At La Petite Ecole Ho Chi Minh City, our daily routine is thoughtfully structured to align with children’s natural rhythms and energy levels throughout the day.
School opens at 8:00 AM, with the day carefully paced to support focus and engagement. Students enjoy a mid-morning break at 10:00 AM, followed by a lunch break from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.
Our bilingual teaching model alternates between French and English instruction by half-day. If your child begins the morning in French, the afternoon continues in English, ensuring balanced exposure to both languages each day.
Weekly Schedule:
- Monday: 8.30am-3.15pm
- Tuesday: 8.30am-3.15pm
- Wednesday: 8.30am-3.15pm
- Thursday: 8.30am-3.15pm
- Friday: 8.30am-12.30pm
CORE SKILLS AT OUR BILINGUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Languages
Think, speak, and write confidently in French and English.
Learning Tools
Use methods and resources to explore and solve problems.
Technology
Understand how tools and systems impact daily life.
Nature & Science
Explore the environment through observation and discovery.
Civic Growth
Foster respect, empathy, and teamwork.
Global Awareness
Learn about cultures, geography, and human impact.
FRENCH-ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
La Petite Ecole welcomes students from all backgrounds who are comfortable in either French or English. To ensure a smooth transition, we offer additional language support programs tailored to each child’s needs, from Grade 1 (CP) to Grade 5 (CM2). Our French support (FLE/FLSCO) and English support (ESL) provide 2 to 5 hours of assistance per week, depending on the child’s level and profile.
Why We Offer Language Support
Language support helps children build essential communication skills so they can express their needs, connect with classmates, and participate confidently in class. As your child begins learning a new language, they’ll quickly need to understand and be understood, emotionally, socially, and academically. Beginners are guided through basic everyday vocabulary and school-related expressions, while more advanced learners continue refining their fluency and comprehension through targeted, engaging support.
How It Works
- At school: Scheduled language support sessions adapted to each student
- At home: Practice materials and activities provided by teachers
- In small groups: Interactive learning through games, stories, and projects
Our FLE and ESL teachers collaborate closely with classroom educators to ensure a consistent, encouraging experience. Discover more about bilingual education here.
