France, Ferney-voltaire
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In August 2022, Les Petits Polyglottes in Ferney-Voltaire obtained authorization to provide the PYP IB program. Director Eva Martins publicly announced the authorization and thanked the team, students, and the community for their support. The school's mission centers on building a better, more peaceful world by fostering intellectual curiosity and placing the child at the heart of learning. The school invites families to join and support ongoing improvement for future generations.
Les Petits Polyglottes offers a bilingual immersion program where native English or French speakers maintain and develop their mother tongue while acquiring literacy and communication skills in the other language. The school provides preschool and primary classes, and an after-school program from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with full-day Wednesday sessions from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Inclusion is a core value, promoting a diverse, multicultural community where learning is rooted in respect and shared values. Parent testimonials reflect a close-knit community with accessible leadership and strong support for student progress.
Les Petits Polyglottes in Ferney-Voltaire is a private international school offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3 to 12. The curriculum is delivered through a bilingual immersion in English and French, with two teachers working in each language in small mixed groups, ensuring balanced language development. From age five, a third language—German, Arabic, or Spanish—may be studied for one hour weekly, expanding students' linguistic horizons. The school aligns assessments with IB requirements and French national standards. A Montessori kindergarten program introduces five-year-olds to inquiry and collaboration, supported by native speakers who guide independent questioning and problem solving. The campus emphasizes arts and inquiry across subjects, integrates arts into each unit, and uses authentic materials. Located near Geneva, the school offers after‑school enrichment, ongoing learner supports, and a mission to foster curious, compassionate learners who contribute to a peaceful world. Families are warmly welcomed to participate in learning.