Our Mission:
Inspire Language, Celebrate Culture

Our mission is to provide a safe, joyful space where students from all backgrounds can build fluency and confidence in French. Through engaging activities, cultural exploration, and a fully immersive approach, we instill a love for learning that extends beyond language skills.

Our Philosophy: 

At Mes Amis French School, we are deeply committed to meeting the individual needs of every student, especially during the critical early years of their emotional, social, physical, cognitive, and creative development. Starting at 16 months, Mes Amis French School is ready to support learning in French from the youngest children through adulthood.

Our preschool curriculum emphasizes child-centered, hands-on learning through engaging activities, such as science experiments, art projects, music, movement, creative dramatics, writing, reading, cooking, and math. These activities make learning fun and ensure students build critical skills while exploring the world around them — all in French.

We proudly follow the HighScope Preschool Wheel of Learning, which focuses on:

  • Assessment to track progress and adapt to individual needs.

  • Adult-child interaction to encourage collaboration and communication.

  • A rich learning environment to inspire exploration and creativity.

  • A structured daily routine to promote consistency and active learning.

Our theme-based units, introduced bi-weekly, align with WIDA standards, encouraging students to dive deeply into topics while practicing French language skills.

Mes Amis is proud to be state-licensed and has earned the highest Parent Aware rating, a testament to our commitment to delivering high-quality early education.

Our teaching philosophy is
grounded in our core values:
Passion + Patience + Practice = Progress

This equation ensures that every student feels supported, encouraged, and empowered as they develop their French language abilities and academic foundations.

 FAQs

  • French immersion not only introduces children to a new language but also enhances cognitive skills, cultural awareness, and problem-solving abilities. At Mes Amis, we provide an immersive, engaging environment where children learn French naturally through play, activities, and daily interactions, setting the foundation for bilingualism and global citizenship.

  • Our small class sizes create a nurturing, community-based environment that allows for personalized attention and strong relationships between teachers and students. This fosters a supportive learning space where every child is seen, heard, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

  • Children can begin their French immersion journey at Mes Amis as early as 16 months old in our Immersion Toddler and Preschool Program. Early exposure to a second language enhances cognitive development and makes learning easier, more natural, and enjoyable.

  • No, parents don’t need to speak French! Our teachers are experienced in supporting children from all language backgrounds. We also communicate important updates and information in English to keep parents well-informed and connected.

  • Our preschool program includes a mix of engaging educational activities, playtime, story sessions, and cultural experiences—all conducted in French. Children learn through interactive, hands-on activities that make language learning fun and natural.

  • We offer a Lunch Bunch program where children bring a bag lunch from home. To meet licensing requirements, each lunch must include four components: fruit, vegetable, protein, and a grain. If any component is missing, Mes Amis will provide the necessary supplement to ensure a balanced meal.

  • At Mes Amis, safety and cleanliness are top priorities. We follow comprehensive protocols in compliance with MDH and CDC guidelines, including:

    • Frequent handwashing

    • Cleaning and disinfecting throughout the day.

    Our Health and Safety Policy by our health consultant is continuously reviewed and updated to ensure the safety and well-being of all children and staff.

  • Yes, we offer financial aid and tuition assistance options to ensure that our programs are accessible to as many families as possible. Contact us for more information about eligibility and how to apply.

  • Yes! We are pleased to make this process easier for you. Simply make an account (on the right hand side of the header). There you will be able to save the name, address and phone number for all of the contacts needed on the enrollment forms.

  • We encourage parent involvement and offer various volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Whether helping in the classroom, assisting with events, or joining our supportive community network, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a positive impact!