French immersion is the delivery of the regular British Columbia school curriculum in the French language. Students in French Immersion follow the same curriculum as students in the regular English program, but their courses are in French instead of English. There is no fee for the program. Click here to learn more about French Immersion or watch our informational video below.
Research has shown that immersion is the most effective way for a child to become functionally bilingual. A second language will open more doors for your child, it will give him/her an increased appreciation of other languages and cultures, it will encourage your child to become an independent and self-disciplined learner, and it will ultimately increase his/her opportunity for employment.
The SD42 Late French Immersion Program is an excellent opportunity for students who want to learn a second language or are looking for a challenge. Students who are currently in Grade 5 are eligible to begin Late French Immersion in September at Golden Ears Elementary School. This two-year elementary program continues at Maple Ridge Secondary School.
Late French Immersion information nights occur on an annual basis in late January/early February. Dates and times are posted to the front page of the school district website (under Upcoming Events and Announcements) as they become available.
For more information about our French Immersion program, please contact Laura Brandon at 604.463.9513 or laura_brandon@sd42.ca.
At School District No.42, Early French Immersion is offered at the following four schools:
Find more information about French Immersion at Canadian Parents for French website (BC and Yukon branch).
Jennifer Simon
604.476.6812
jennifer_simon@sd42.ca
