French Immersion is designed for non-francophone students to become bilingual in English and French. Students are immersed in French speaking environments and provided with rich cultural experiences which enable them to learn the language.
Early French Immersion (EFI)
Early French Immersion provides students with an interactive and effective way to learn French while following the same curriculum as their peers in the English program. Instruction is primarily in French, and English Language Arts is introduced starting in Grade 3. By completing a French Immersion program, students achieve functional bilingualism.
The table below shows the percentage of French instruction in kindergarten through to Grade 7:
| Grade | % of French Instruction | % of English Instruction |
| K to Gr. 2 or 3 | 100 | 0 |
| Gr. 3 or Gr. 4 to 7 | 80 | 20 |
Late French Immersion (LFI)
Late French Immersion begins in Grade 6 and offers students an intensive and engaging way to learn French. Instruction is entirely in French during the first year, allowing students to develop language skills quickly and effectively. English Language Arts is introduced in Grade 7, and upon entering secondary school, Late French Immersion students join their peers from the Early French Immersion program.
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