Petite Ecole Internationale — Austin, TX

Petite Ecole Internationale

Petite École Internationale is a nonprofit French-immersion Montessori preschool in Austin serving children ages 2–5. The school combines Montessori methods with full French-language immersion and is governed by a parent-led board.

About

Overview

Petite École Internationale is a nonprofit preschool in Austin that pairs French-language immersion with the Montessori educational philosophy. The school serves young children and emphasizes whole-child development, including social, emotional and academic skills.

Approach & curriculum

The program uses Montessori methods in a fully French-language environment to support independence, critical thinking, and foundational academic skills. Classroom activities include hands-on Montessori materials and a range of enrichment experiences such as art, music, gardening, yoga and cultural celebrations.

Facilities & community

Small student–teacher ratio (listed as 6:1).
Parent involvement and governance through a board of directors.
A scholarship program and other community-supported fundraising initiatives to provide financial assistance and classroom resources.
French-speaking teaching staff and long-tenured school leadership.

Programs

Pre-Primary

A classroom option listed for two-year-old children that follows the school's Montessori-based, French-immersion instruction and daily classroom routines.

School day offered Monday–Friday (see school for scheduling options).

Pre-Primary, Part-time

A part-time option for two-year-old children that follows the same Montessori and French-immersion curriculum in a reduced daily schedule.

Part-time daily option (site lists a morning-only option for part-time enrollment).

Primary

A classroom option for three- to five-year-old children using Montessori materials and a full French-language immersion approach with varied academic and cultural activities.

School day offered Monday–Friday (see school for scheduling options).

Summer Camp

A seasonal program that adapts the school's French/Montessori philosophy toward more playful, social and expressive activities including art, music and movement; prior French exposure and potty training are not required for attendance.

Two four-week sessions (Session I and Session II); flexible enrollment by month or week, with a consecutive two-week minimum for new children.

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