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Level 0.1 - Moyenne Section de Maternelle (PreK - Age 5)

Level 0.1 – Moyenne Section de Maternelle

This Moyenne Section French program prepares French-speaking children for beginning reading in Grande Section.

Our students develop oral language and vocabulary, discover French phonics sounds through songs and games, and begin French letter recognition through playful pre-literacy activities.

Perfect for French-speaking children age 5 preparing for reading in Grande Section.

✓ Oral language development

✓ Complete alphabet discovery (A-Z)

✓ 10 engaging French stories

✓ Playful pre-reading preparation ✓ 15-minute classes adapted to young learners

Objectives

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Oral language development
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Phonics Discovery
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Pre-Reading preparation
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Pre-Writing preparation
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Skills

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Listening comprehension: Listen to French stories and songs, identify sounds and simple words, follow oral instructions in French
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Speaking: name familiar objects, formulate simple sentences and answer questions
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Pre-Reading: Recognize French letters A-Z, identify consonants and vowels, connect sounds to letters
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Pre-Writing: Develop fine motor skills through drawing and tracing activities, prepare for letter formation
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Is Moyenne Section Right for Your Child?

PERFECT IF YOUR CHILD:

✅ Is 5 years old

✅ Already speaks French conversationally at home

✅ Is not yet reading

✅ Enjoys stories, songs, and games in French

✅ Needs preparation for beginning reading (Grande Section)

NOT THE RIGHT FIT IF:

❌ Under age 5 → Try our French Discovery Little Academy (FLE)

❌ Age 6 and ready to begin reading → Start with Grande Section

❌ Cannot speak French yet → See French Discovery Program (FLE)

 

💡 SIMPLE TEST: Can your child answer « Comment ça va? » and name colors/numbers in French?

✅ YES → Moyenne Section is perfect!

❌ NO → Start with French Discovery (FLE)

💬 "Perfect introduction to French literacy!"

« My 5-year-old daughter loves her Moyenne Section classes! She’s learning the alphabet through songs and can recognize all her letters. The 15-minute format is perfect for her attention span. »

— Marie L., French mother in Boston, daughter age 5

💬 "Great preparation for reading!".

« We speak French at home but wanted structured learning. Moyenne Section gave our son the foundation he needed. He’s now in Grande Section and reading! »

— Philippe D., French father in San Francisco, son age 5

👋 The Perfect Start for my daughter!"

 « After 8 months in Moyenne Section, my daughter transitioned smoothly to Grande Section. By the end of Moyenne Section, she had learned the alphabet through songs and could recognize all her letters. »

— Georgia L., mom of 6-year-old Lina in Dallas

Ready to See Your Child Love French Too?

Book a FREE 15-minute trial class and watch your kid discover French Academic through songs and play! 

Moyenne Section French Program: Course Content

Level “Grande Section Maternelle”
10 Units

Unit 1 - Greetings & Introduction

Letters & Sounds: A - B - C (letter recognition)

Sight Words: JE (I), A (has), UN/UNE (a), LE/LA (the), SUIS (am), C'EST (it is)

Vocabulary: Greetings (Bonjour, Comment ça va), self-introduction, goodbye


Unit 2 - Colors & Numbers

Letters & Sounds: D - E - F (letter recognition)

Sight Words: DES (some), VOIS (see), FAIS (do), SUR (on)

Vocabulary: Colors (rouge, jaune, bleu, vert), numbers 1-10


Unit 3 - More Colors & Gender

Letters & Sounds: G - H - I (letter recognition)

Sight Words: SOUS (under), AVEC (with), DEUX (two), JOUE (play)

Vocabulary: More colors (marron, orange, violet, rose), gender (masculine/feminine)


Unit 4 - Classroom & Body

Letters & Sounds: J - K - L (letter recognition)

Sight Words: TROIS (three), BLEU (blue), J'AI (I have), BEAU (beautiful)

Vocabulary: Classroom vocabulary (part 1), more colors (blanc, noir, gris), clothing, toys


Unit 5 - Face & Classroom Review

Letters & Sounds: M - N - O (letter recognition)

Sight Words: Review (je, a, un, une, le, la, suis, c'est)

Vocabulary: Classroom vocabulary (part 2), face parts (le visage), color review


Unit 6 - Animals & Body Parts

Letters & Sounds: P - Q - R (letter recognition)

Sight Words: Review (des, vois, fais, sur)

Vocabulary: Animals, body parts (les parties du corps)


Unit 7 - Full Body & Fruits

Letters & Sounds: S - T - U (letter recognition)

Sight Words: Review (sous, avec, deux, joue)

Vocabulary: Complete body parts, fruits


Unit 8 - Daily Life & Clothing

Letters & Sounds: V - W - X (letter recognition)

Sight Words: Review (trois, bleu, j'ai, beau)

Vocabulary: Daily vocabulary, clothing (les vêtements)


Unit 9 - Shapes & Complete Alphabet

Letters & Sounds: Y - Z + Consonants & Vowels distinction

Vocabulary: Geometric shapes (les formes géométriques)

All sight words review


Unit 10 - Complete Review

Complete alphabet review (A-Z)

Vocabulary review: colors, numbers, body, animals, shapes

Assessment: Oral comprehension, letter recognition, vocabulary mastery

Congratulations! Your child has completed the Moyenne Section French program and is ready for Grande Section!

Complete Moyenne Section French Program Achievement Summary

✨ Complete French alphabet recognition (A-Z) ✨ 20+ French sight words mastered ✨ Rich oral vocabulary: Colors, numbers 1-10, body parts, animals, shapes, classroom objects, fruits ✨ Phonics awareness: Consonants vs vowels, letter sounds ✨ French conversation skills: Greetings, self-introduction, answering questions ✨ 10 French stories enjoyed and understood ✨

Ready for Grande Section: Beginning reading and writing!

💡 Most children complete Moyenne Section in 1 year with 3 x 15-minute classes per week

What Happens in a Typical 15-Minute Class?

Minutes 1-3: GREETINGS & REVIEW 👋 First, we greet each other in French (Comment ça va? Bonjour!), quickly review previous letters through playful conversation and songs.

Minutes 4-7: NEW LETTERS & SOUNDS 🎵 Then, we discover 2 new letters through engaging songs, games, and visual activities perfectly adapted to 5 year olds’ short attention spans.

Minutes 8-12: FRENCH STORY TIME 📖 Next, we enjoy a short French story together, identifying words, sounds, and practicing new vocabulary through interactive questions.

Minutes 13-15: VOCABULARY PRACTICE 🎨 Finally, we reinforce new vocabulary (colors, numbers, animals) through quick games and activities!

🎯 Result: Your child discovers 2 letters, learns 5-8 new French words, and enjoys a French story every class—all in just 15 minutes perfectly adapted to preschool attention spans!

Frequently asked questions

FAQ OF OUR PROGRAMS

Yes, once a week, within 48 hours after the last class of the week, our students receive homework by email to complete before the next class. Homework is not mandatory, but we highly recommend it to help students practice between classes and reinforce their learning. 

A lesson lasts 15, 25, or 50 minutes, depending on the program and the child’s attention span.

After the free trial, you will receive an email with your child’s level placement and the recommended class duration based on their attention span.

Yes, to ensure continuity, each class across all levels is delivered by the same teacher.

The estimated time to complete one level, assuming two 50-minute classes per week and completion of homework, is minimum 1 year for each level.

The number of classes for one unit can vary depending on the child’s progress, but typically it ranges from 4 to 20 classes.

We assess students’ progress after every 10 units with a review to check their understanding. If necessary, we revisit key concepts before moving on to the next unit.

We send progress reports once a year. These reports provide an overview of their achievements, areas of improvement, and next steps in their learning journey.

We recommend that students have a pen and a notebook during class to practice writing. This allows them to take notes and complete any written exercises as part of their learning.

Yes, it is absolutely possible to organize classes for siblings or friends, as long as the children are of a similar age and have a comparable level of French.

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