“So what’s the difference between core French and extended French programs?”
“What does ENTRY POINTS mean – as in, early, middle and late entry for French immersion programs? Does it make a difference as to how bilingual my child will be at graduation?”
Are you feeling overwhelmed about all of the different French as a second language (FSL) program options? Not sure which one to enrol your child in?
We know you’re making important decisions for your child and for your family’s bilingual future, so don’t worry – we’ve got you covered!
Each year, the Department of Education offers Parent Information Sessions for French Immersion Programs. These sessions will help you gain realistic expectations surrounding time commitments, intensity/level of French and teaching approaches.
Did you know that programs vary by province, territory and even local school board?
To ensure you’re making the right decisions for your young learner early on in their educational journey, ask your local CPF Chapter if they offer “French Immersion Kindergarten Information Sessions” at your child’s school. It’s best to be fully informed before those registration deadlines start looming!
Contact your CPF Branch or Chapter to request an information session at your school so you and other parents can make the right decisions for your families!
Until then, these resources may also be helpful:
Elementary Literacy
Skills for School and Life
Our programs give struggling readers practical strategies to make real progress. Along with literacy skills, children gain a new sense of confidence, mastery and pride.
Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick
To promote the understanding and acceptance of the ability of persons with learning disabilities to lead meaningful and successful lives.
Elementary Literacy
Skills for School and Life
Our programs give struggling readers practical strategies to make real progress. Along with literacy skills, children gain a new sense of confidence, mastery and pride.
Government of NB - Department of Education
Here you can find links to resources and information regarding French second language learning in New Brunswick, Policy 309, guidelines & procedures for school districts.
New Brunswick Public Libraries
Sign up for your NB public library card online today and start using all the wonderful online resources that are available through your public library.
TFO Idello
Certified educational content
IDELLO offers resources for parents whose children are learning French as a second language. Find series to watch, activities to do as a family and applications to download. All these resources allow your children to acquire skills such as communication, collaboration, and independent learning. The resources are available to account holders.
Our programs give struggling readers practical strategies to make real progress. Along with literacy skills, children gain a new sense of confidence, mastery and pride.
Camp Tournesol
How do I help if I don’t speak French?
Here are 5 great tips from Camp Tournesol
Multicultural Association of Sussex
MAS Vision: an inclusive community that embraces, values and celebrates cultural diversity.
Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages
The Commissioner of Official Languages of Canada is an agent of Parliament whose mandate is to promote Canadian linguistic duality and oversee the full implementation of the Official Languages Act.
Bouton d'Or Acadie
Purchase French books for all ages online from a local New Brunswick bookstore.
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