Academics
Elementary School – École Élémentaire
Welcome to Elementary School
The elementary program is determined to deliver excellent instruction, where safety, respect, accountability, support and excellence are highly evident. While academic success is important, we recognize that human values are also required to be successful. We are creating a unique culture of respect, empathy, integrity, responsibility and resilience.
The learning model includes age-appropriate core subjects with instruction given in both French and English. Instruction is delivered in French (55% per week) and in English (45% per week). Our teachers provide instruction that allows students to progress in their development of their understanding of languages and build their foundational knowledge of math, science, social studies, geography, history, and reading.
Students have the opportunity to take a third language when entering 4th grade. They can pursue the third language in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, or German.
Grande Section (GS – KG)
Welcome to Kindergarten
After the immersion program in preschool, the Grande Section (GS – KG) naturally evolves into a rich and challenging bilingual program, preparing students for success in first grade, where they will learn how reading and writing in French. KG is designed to foster children’s natural curiosity and to support their academic, creative and social growth.
Cours Préparatoire – (CP – 1st grade)
Welcome to 1st Grade
In the 1st grade, teachers will encourage, nurture, and respect your child as if he/she were their own. The goal is to help students become active in their education so they enjoy learning new ideas and concepts that they can take with them throughout their educational career. Our mission is to touch the hearts of each of child while instilling a love for lifelong learning. LIH will give your children the skills and knowledge necessary for their successful futures, as well as instill an eagerness and enthusiasm to know more and question why.
Cours Élémentaire 1 – (CE1 – 2nd grade)
Welcome to 2nd Grade
Cours Élémentaire 2 – (CE2 – 3rd grade)
Welcome to 3rd Grade
Cours Moyen 1 – (CM1 – 4th grade)
Welcome to 4th Grade
Cours Moyen 2 – (CM2 – 5th grade)
Welcome to 5th Grade
Instruction
Our curriculum follows the requirements of the French Ministry of Education, a demanding academic structure with verifiable success and the Texas essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) which are the state standards for what students should know and be able to do. The LIH program is student-focused and learner-centered. Our teachers adapt teaching strategies in accordance with the most recent discoveries in neurology and cognitive science. Additionally, we tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of each child. This positive, personalized learning environment allows each child to achieve their greatest potential.
Our carefully thought-out curriculum includes instruction in French, English, and beginning in the 4th grade, Spanish. In addition to the alphabetical languages, we teach digital language (coding) to students. Our teachers create lessons that combine language acquisition with mathematical principles. This creative approach requires students to reason, cooperate, and create to complete projects and activities. Students’ programming skills continuously expand and with that, their work evolves tremendously over time.
Tests
We prepare our students to succeed at standardized testing.
Student : Teacher Ratio
We welcome a maximum of 15 students per class. This allows us to provide every student with personalized attention and follow-up care.
Teachers
Every instructor at LIH has real-world experience working within bilingual or multilingual programs in international institutions.
LANGUAGE ALLOCATION
2nd grade
3rd grade
Language, literature and culture (spoken and written)
mathematics, social studies, arts
11.5 hours taught in English
Language, literature and culture (spoken and written)
mathematics, science, technology, coding, sports
1 hour taught in Spanish
Oral Language
5th grade
6th grade
Language (spoken and written)
mathematics, history, geography, art
11 hours taught in English
Language, literature and culture (spoken and written)
mathematics, science, technology, coding, sports
2 hours taught in Spanish
Language, literature and culture (spoken and written)