Age Range
2 years - 5 years
2 years - 5 years
Hours
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Facility is a
Center
Center
Details
Facility Type:
Preschool
About the Program:
Founded in 2000, Petite Ecole Internationale is the only French immersion Montessori
pre-school in Austin. Serving children ages 2-5, our graduates continue on to other
language immersion schools in the community as well as public and private elementary programs, always carrying with them a love of the French language.
PEI is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors largely made up of parents. The Board of Directors is responsible for policy-making and conducting the routine business of the school. The structure of the school allows parents to be very involved by volunteering as a Board Member, Committee Chair or in a wide variety of other capacities.
Our non-profit status allows us to keep our fees as low as possible and ensures that 100% of our earnings and donations are funneled back into the school. We also offer a scholarship program for families in need of financial assistance.
PEI is conducted entirely in French providing an immersion environment where young children are able to absorb a language very quickly. Immersion is required for developing fluency in a language, which does not occur simply through taking classes.
PEI follows the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, focusing on the development of the whole child. This approach allows each child to advance at their own pace, and fosters independence and a love of learning. Students are involved in a wide variety of activities, such as art, music, gardening, yoga and cultural celebrations from all over the world.
Learning another language at an early age has far-reaching benefits including higher test scores (both verbal and math) and stronger problem solving and linguistic skills. PEI’s approach respects each child's learning style, personal growth, tastes and culture, and maximizes each child's ability to work to their potential. We believe combining language immersion and Montessori provides a unique, enriching, high quality environment that will establish a strong foundation for students' lifelong learning.
Philosophy and curricula:
Montessori
French Language Immersion
Language Immersion
Play-Based
Programs:
Full Day
Half Day AM
Schedule:
5 days
Hours:
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Total Capacity:
28
Schedules and Fees:
| Age Range | No. of Days | Time | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2-3 years | 5 | 8:00-2:45 | $9800/Yearly | School year - summer session billed separately |
3-5 years | 5 | 8:00-2:45 | $9400/Yearly | School year - summer session billed separately |
2-5 years | 5 | 2:45-5:30 | $195/Monthly | Extended day |
2-5 years | 5 | 2:45-5:30 | $20/Daily | Drop-in extended day |
2-5 years | 5 | 8:00-2:45 | $240/Weekly | Summer program |
2-5 years | 5 | 2:45-5:30 | Summer program extended day |
Public or Private:
Private
Home-based or Center:
Center
License #:
921754
Rates subject to change without notice.
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