![]() The International School of Los Angeles (LILA) has welcomed artists of various genres to work with our different campus communities on an artistic project in collaboration with students and faculty. > Mindfulness: breathing exercises, visualization, inner weather, express gratitude. > Yoga: helps the children to relax and calm their nervous system increases strength and flexibility improves fine and gross motor skills develops self-confidence and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle We focus on ensuring that our students are “bien dans leur peau” which is loosely translated to “good in their skin.” To achieve this, our teachers include well-being methods within their pedagogic goals: Sign language (American and French mix): A bilingual environment tool to help English or French speaking children to communicate, understand, and express themselves to remove frustrations linked to language barrier. Writing to share: a publication written by students in French and English The “bilingual hour”: French and English teachers teach the same lesson together. LACMA, Norton Simon Museum, etc.) Bilingual Focus Students also develop an early appreciation for art by studying artists and their various stylistic expressions, and participating in field trips to local art museums (e.g. Students practice their fine motor skills by using varied media such as painting, collage, drawing, fiber, sculpting, etc. They also sharpen their listening skill through music appreciation. Students sing, learn the basics of rhythm and instruments. They fine tune their gross motor skills through running, obstacle courses, dance, and movement. Students learn how to cooperate through team games. Students learn spatial awareness and concepts of time. Students discover science through the exploration of plants, animals, and the human body. Students learn to count, manipulate early mathematical concepts, understand and name shapes, and problem solve. Students study multiple works on a specific theme every unit. Children are encouraged to develop an appreciation for reading as they choose books by topic and genre at their campus’ library. Students are immersed in a print rich environment. At the end of Kindergarten, students should be able to know each letter (read, sound and write) in French, and acquire basic reading skills in English. Students learn how to build sentences and are able to write a few words in cursive. Please see below for an example of what happens in our preschool, pre-kindergarten, and Kindergarten classes:ĭuring the early years, building a strong oral understanding and expression in both languages is the main goal. Students work on an activity or task autonomously demonstrating their mastery of the skills. Students work on an activity or task and receive assistance from the teacher or teacher’s aid when needed. The teacher demonstrates an activity or task to a small group of students and instructs them on the steps to complete the activity. The French early learning system uses a three center approach for learning: > Enhancing interest and natural curiosity through field trips, hands-on projects, and group work Philosophy ![]() ![]() > Developing body and mind through physical education and artistic activities (dancing, singing, drawing, etc.) > Developing communication skills through language (speech and comprehension) and through behavior in a social context The principal anchors of our program are: The overall goal is to allow children to grow in a happy environment where they will acquire a healthy desire for knowledge. ![]() The Preschool through Kindergarten curriculum adapts the French Ministry of Education’s official program to the bicultural and bilingual context. ![]()
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