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Frequently Asked Questions
What programs does LPP Nursery offer?
We are open from Sunday to Thursday, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Parents may chose the most convenient timings
- From 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
- From 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
- From 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
How many months is the nursery open per year?
Our school year is divided into three terms
- Term 1: September – December
- Term 2: January – March
- Term 3: April – June
How do you communicate a child’s progress to parents?
An exceptional interactive system is in place to enhance teacher/parent/management daily communication: daily child updates, news feeds, picture sharing, events, children attendance, and much more. The application can easily be downloaded on smart phones.
Monthly Newsletters are e-mailed to parents and provide a detailed summary of activities, a guide for upcoming topics/events and articles of general news and interests.
Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTCs) are held once per term and give parents the opportunity to meet teachers, discuss their child’s progress and be provided with the termly report.
Parents are welcome to contact us at any time. We are open to suggestions and look forward to their keen participation in our activities.
What is your discipline policy?
Our objective is to provide a positive and consistent environment in which children are able to play and learn. Also, we work in partnership with parents by communicating and offering support, especially when dealing with behavior issues.
It is recognized that all children behave in different ways and that changes in behavior are usually the result of a change in their environment or a developmental stages. For instance, biting is common amongst children from 18 months to 2 years old and over.
Our Approach: ‘Rewards are better than punishment’, so we prefer
- Creating a caring learning environment
- Encouraging good behavior
- Dealing with undesirable behavior in a positive manner
Are you a Nursery, a Day Care Centre, a Pre-School or Kindergarten?
We are a Nursery/Preschool/Kindergarten. We offer a curriculum and a premium French & bilingual early educational program by qualified teachers. We also provide flexible timings a daycare offers to match our working parents' schedules.
Are you opened during vacation for camps?
Yes, we are open and host camps during school holidays. Our camps offer a range of fun and sportive activities to keep children engaged with French/ English intense activity program during the holidays led by French/English speaking teachers and coaches. You do not have to be registered in LPP to join our camp! We welcome everyone!
Is there a discount for siblings?
We offer a 10% sibling discount for families enrolling multiple children. We also offer a 5% discount for full year payment before September.
Do you have a uniform?
Yes, we have a colorful, comfortable, organic cotton uniform to promote a sense of community and equality among our students. Uniforms are required and can be purchased through our admin office.
Need an estimation of price and details about payment methods?
Our accountant team can take our parents request, issue and send a customized estimate within 1 hour only. Contact our admin or accounting office and request an estimate by email :[email protected]
What is the cut off date of admissions ?
We follow the French cut-off date, which is the 31st of December.
How is your language program structured?
We ensure children possess a strong foundation in French and a satisfactory understanding of the language before starting the French/English program. Therefore, our language program is divided as below :
- 3 months - 3 years (Nursery): French-focused program.
- 3-6 years (Kindergarten): Two options:
- 100% French Curriculum (AEFE accredited) with weekly Arabic classes.
- 50% French and 50% English Bilingual Curriculum with weekly Arabic classes.
Who looks after my child in the nursery?
A main qualified native teacher is present in each classroom. She is responsible for teaching and learning, and she is assisted by a classroom assistant and an assistant teacher, depending on the child/adult ratio. Additional Language teachers have specific schedules and visit the class between 08:00 am and 01:00 pm. Infants from 3 to 12 months old are supervised by a teacher and a DHA licensed nurse. Our teaching staff undergo continuous professional development as assigned by the management.
Do you cater for children with special needs?
We are committed to offering an inclusive curriculum to ensure progress of all children. However, enrollment depends on whether we can accommodate the child and cater for his/her needs. We always aim to do what is in the child’s best interest.
What is an appropriate meal for my child to bring? Does the nursery provide meals?
Meal breaks are very important moments of a child’s school day. They bring awareness about balanced nutrition, help develop good table manners, social skills, and provide additional opportunities to interact with teachers as well as other children. During this time, children copy one another and tend to eat what their peers are eating. This is the perfect time to encourage them to try new foods.
If you wish to prepare your child’s lunch, we would recommend that you include a balance of proteins, carbohydrates and vegetables (Few ideas : sliced fresh fruits, mixed salad, crackers, yoghurt, cheese, fish, meat, pasta, etc.) Please note that we are a chocolate and peanuts-free nursery.
Alternatively, you may register your child for balanced and fresh school meals provided by an external company of a high repute.What is the difference in the French curriculum?
French education is well known for its rich academic content, strong structure, focus on values, ethics and culture, ability to transfer between accredited schools in the French network around the world. French curriculum emphasizes language acquisition and critical thinking. With a history dating back to the late 18th century, the French education system has a long tradition of excellence and is widely recognized as one of the best in the world.
Can parents visit the nursery?
Our opening hours are on weekdays, Mondays till Fridays from 7:30am till 5:30pm. You can book a tour on our website, reach us on Whatsapp , email us or call 800-PETIT (73848)
Are teachers at Le Petit Poucet Nursery qualified?
Our academic team is qualified with French diplomas and equipped with experience in early years in France and different countries around the world. Our assistant teachers are trained and qualified and come with large experience. In addition to this, each member of LPP team is caring and passionate about their role. It is a real family experience! Book a meeting with our team, our manager, head teacher, your prospective class teacher and get to know us more!
What does it mean that you are “AEFE” French accredited Nursery/school ?
To maintain a high-quality education within the French school, French schools who request accreditation get audited regularly by the French authorities, and next, the audit results are reviewed by the French Ministry of Education and the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris, who then will decide together on the authorization. Accredited schools must strictly follow the structured and state-validated curriculum set out by the French authorities.
How do you compare to Montessori?
Maria Montessori was a wise woman whose expertise with children and unique teaching philosophy spread rapidly throughout North America during the 20th century. Her core beliefs cantered on small classroom size, manipulatives that link math and geography to day-to-day life and promoting a sense of independence within the children. The philosophy at Le Petit Poucet, includes some of Maria’s best tenets: small classroom sizes help us to know each student well and give them adequate support in a differentiated environment. We also embrace life-based teaching. But our educational approach goes further, by proactively promoting 21st century skills required in today’s world. Our modern culture includes an ever-changing global environment. We believe that if the children attending LPP are to succeed, we must enhance their ability to understand, communicate and collaborate with others of varying backgrounds. Science and art is also part of our project-based instruction, including a daily problem-solving exercise. Sports have great share in our program too. Our bilingual program opens minds to global citizenship, and advances presentation skills. The true bilingual education opens the mind exponentially allowing the brain to learn and connect beyond words.