French-language Schools
Students who attend a French-language school are taught in French, their primary language.
Francophone schools are completely French. French is the language of instruction and communication in the school and with community partners. Additionally, French-language schools enhance students’ cultural identity through the integration of cultural activities in the curriculum as well as in extra-curricular activities. French resources, posters, signage and morning announcements contribute to the creation of a completely French-speaking environment and experience.
French Immersion Programs
Students in French immersion programs are, in fact, English-language students. They are taught French as a second language within an English-language school.
French immersion programs take place in English-language schools where the signage, assemblies and general atmosphere is English. French immersion programs provide students with the skills they need to communicate in a second language. Because French immersion students are surrounded by English students, it is naturally much harder for them to partake in the Francophone culture.
