Academics at Ecole Koenig
A Bilingual, IB-Inspired, Arts-Integrated Education for a Changing World
Imagine your child fluently switching between French and English as they connect environmental science to local issues or explore mathematical concepts through music.
Our approach, grounded in the IB Primary Years Programme, refuses to separate thinking from feeling or academics from creativity. Instead of memorization, students question, connect, and apply knowledge.
This powerful combination of bilingual immersion and interconnected learning creates confident thinkers who move seamlessly between languages and ideas, carrying their passion for discovery well beyond our classroom walls.
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme illuminates a child's natural curiosity through transdisciplinary inquiry. Drawing from this world-renowned framework, we cultivate young minds who question deeply, connect ideas across subjects, and take meaningful action.
The PYP's six powerful themes:Who We Are, Where We Are in Place and Time, How We Express Ourselves, How the World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, and Sharing the Planet, serve as gateways to exploration that transcends traditional subject boundaries.
Our Primary School
In France, the primary school system (école primaire) encompasses both:
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École maternelle (preschool/kindergarten): Ages 3-6
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Petite Section (PS): Age 3-4
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Moyenne Section (MS): Age 4-5
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Grande Section (GS): Age 5-6
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École élémentaire (elementary school): Ages 6-11
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Cours Préparatoire (CP): Age 6-7 (equivalent to 1st grade)
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Cours Élémentaire 1 (CE1): Age 7-8 (equivalent to 2nd grade)
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Cours Élémentaire 2 (CE2): Age 8-9 (equivalent to 3rd grade)
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Cours Moyen 1 (CM1): Age 9-10 (equivalent to 4th grade)
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Cours Moyen 2 (CM2): Age 10-11 (equivalent to 5th grade)
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A Future-Ready Curriculum
Where bilingualism, creativity, and academic excellence shape the leaders of tomorrow.
Math is Rhythmic
Children internalize patterns and problem-solving through music and movement.
Language is Musical
Phonemic awareness is strengthened through song, boosting bilingual fluency.
Science is Hands-On
Inquiry-based exploration fosters curiosity and real-world problem-solving.
History is Immersive
Students "meet" historical figures through storytelling, theater, and cultural experiences.
This multisensory approach, supported by small class sizes and expert educators, ensures that learning is engaging, meaningful, and deeply retained.
At Ecole Koenig, education reflects the world: diverse, interconnected, and evolving. We combine the best global teaching philosophies to shape adaptable, confident learners who embrace new perspectives.
A Global Education Approach
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Bilingual & Multilingual Learning – Full French & English immersion, plus Mandarin in maternelle.
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Cross-Cultural Exploration – With over 27 nationalities, students engage in global perspectives through music, arts, and storytelling.
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Whole-Child Development – Emotional intelligence, collaboration, and creativity are built into the curriculum.
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Future-Ready Skills – Inquiry-based learning fosters critical thinking, adaptability, and innovation.
Preschool & Elementary:
A Seamless Journey
Our Innovative Approach
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Bilingual Immersion: Children naturally absorb both English and French through daily activities and play.
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Music as Catalyst: Research-backed rhythms and melodies enhance language development and build cognitive connections across subjects.
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Discovery-Based Learning: IB-guided environments foster curiosity and active participation.
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Movement Integration: Dance, yoga, and specialized movement develop coordination, executive function, and emotional regulation.
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Social-Emotional Growth: Daily practices build self-awareness, empathy, and essential conflict resolution skills for lifelong relationship success.
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Arts at the Core: Theater, visual arts, and performance build communication skills and nurture each child's unique voice.
After School for Our Preschool
After school for Koenig preschoolers extends the learning day with nutritious snacks, story time, hands-on games, and arts and crafts. This program is available on a first-come basis for registration after families have completed enrollment for the full school year.
Elementary School
(Ages 6-11)
The elementary years are when children transform from curious explorers into confident, capable learners. Our bilingual elementary program builds on our preschool foundation, challenging students to think critically, express themselves articulately in two languages, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
Our Distinctive Approach
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Bilingual Fluency: Students develop advanced literacy and academic proficiency in both English and French through content-rich immersion.
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IB-Guided Inquiry: Transdisciplinary units engage students in exploring real-world issues and taking meaningful action that extends beyond the classroom.
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Mathematical Thinking: Conceptual understanding and problem-solving take precedence over memorization, with music integration enhancing mathematical patterns and relationships.
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Scientific Discovery: Hands-on investigations encourage students to observe, question, and design experiments that develop analytical thinking and environmental consciousness.
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Athletic Development: Students master essential physical skills through swimming, taekwondo, tennis, and equestrian programs that build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
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Global Citizenship: Students develop intercultural understanding through meaningful field trips, expert guest speakers, and community partnerships that transform abstract concepts into lived experiences.
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Arts as Expression: Advanced instruction in music, dance, theater, and visual arts deepens students' technical skills while encouraging authentic self-expression and cultural appreciation.
What the Kids are Saying:
“My brain feels alive here!”
What the Kids are Saying:
“My favorite is when we use music to learn math. It makes it more fun.”
What the Kids are Saying:
“I love Koenig because it’s not boring. And I really, really love my teachers.”
A School Where Joy Drives Excellence
When children love learning, success follows naturally. At Ecole Koenig, our innovative, research-backed approach ensures that students excel academically, develop creativity, and grow into adaptable, confident learners ready to take on the future.
Join us and discover why the future of education starts here.
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