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Welcome to Our School
At La Petite École Française, we have been nurturing bilingual learners since 1983. Our setting in the heart of Notting Hill offers an academically rigorous and emotionally supportive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive.
As an AEFE accredited school, we follow the internationally recognised standards of the French Ministry of Education. Families who join us can be confident that our curriculum, teaching and assessment methods meet the highest expectations. Children benefit from a dual pathway that leads smoothly into both the French and British education systems.
Small Classes and Personalised Support
Our small class sizes allow us to understand each child as an individual. In Early Years we welcome a maximum of 18 pupils per class, supported by both a teacher and a teaching assistant. This approach ensures children receive personalised attention every day. Whether a child needs extra stretch, gentle guidance or language support, we adapt our teaching to suit their needs.
A Warm and Homely Environment
From the moment families step inside our school, they often comment on our warm and calm atmosphere. We have created a setting where children feel safe and comfortable, which helps them grow in confidence as they navigate both English and French learning. Our community is truly international, with families joining us from a wide variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Our beautiful Notting Hill surroundings offer the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor learning. Children explore spacious play areas, garden spaces and creative outdoor activities that support wellbeing, curiosity and physical development.
The Power of Bilingualism
Research consistently highlights the cognitive advantages of bilingualism. We see these benefits in our pupils every day. Enhanced concentration, improved memory and flexible thinking develop naturally as children learn in two languages. We proudly share parent friendly information about these long term benefits through workshops and school events.
A Community Where Children Flourish
Our families describe us as a place where academic excellence, nurturing care and cultural richness combine to form an exceptional education. We remain committed to offering a setting where children flourish intellectually, creatively and emotionally.
