Nursery schools: a smooth transition from home to bilingual school
Entering a bilingual school environment is a defining moment in a child's life. This transition requires supportive guidance, both at home and at school, to ensure that the child thrives in this new environment! Advance preparation: a gentle introduction to the foreign language The first step in a successful transition […]
Maintaining both languages during the holidays
Holidays are often synonymous with relaxation and rest, but they can also be a valuable opportunity to maintain and reinforce language skills, especially when you speak two languages. For children enrolled in bilingual schools, this time of year is a time when you can help your children [...]
How do you develop children's curiosity and creativity in bilingual immersion?
In an ever-changing world, developing children's curiosity and creativity is essential, especially in bilingual immersion. These qualities enable young people to solve problems, innovate and acquire a more open view of the world. But how do you encourage this creativity in a bilingual context? Here are a few strategies to help children [...]
The best bilingual children's books to discover with New School Lyon
For over 40 years, New School Lyon has been combining bilingual learning and immersion in English from an early age. To extend this approach at home, the best bilingual children's books are an effective way of enriching vocabulary and reinforcing children's language skills. Here is a selection of books suitable for every age group.
Promoting children's autonomy through bilingual education
For over 40 years, New School Lyon has been helping children to learn with a unique bilingual education combining English and French. This education goes beyond simply acquiring language skills: it also fosters the autonomy, adaptability and personal development of each pupil. Find out in this article how bilingual education helps children to [...]
The importance of the arts in education
The importance of the arts in education is undeniable. The arts encompass a wide range of creative disciplines, including music, dance, theatre, painting and literature. Their integration into the educational process brings many benefits to students and contributes to their holistic development. Developing creativity The arts encourage [...]
The role of English in cultural understanding
English plays a significant role in cultural understanding. As a language widely spoken around the world, it opens doors to the discovery of different cultures and perspectives. A universal language of communication English is often used as the language of international communication. This means that those who master English have the opportunity to [...]
A selection of books for young readers
Selecting books for young readers is a crucial step in encouraging their love of reading and stimulating their cognitive development. Books are an invaluable source of learning, escape and imagination for children. Here is a selection of books for different age groups to inspire young readers. These books are [...]
How can we support bilingual learning at home?
Learning a second language is a valuable skill that offers many benefits to children. Here are a few tips to help parents effectively support their children's bilingual learning at home. Create a rich language environment Regularly expose your children to both languages by creating a rich language environment at home. Read more [...]
Create magical Christmas memories by cooking with your children
The festive season is a great time to create magical memories with your family. One of the most enjoyable and memorable activities you can share with your children during this festive season is cooking. Preparing delicious Christmas treats is an experience that not only tantalises the taste buds, but [...].
