It's French for Fun!

Sparking a lifelong love of languages that grows minds, builds confidence, and fosters cultural understanding.

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Fun, interactive, engaging French lessons, conveniently based at school

Developed by a NZ qualified primary school teacher, based on sound pedagogical practice

Using games, songs, role-play, and real-life experiences to bring the language to life

Focusing on understanding spoken French and communicating orally, while developing a beautiful, natural metropolitan French accent

About La Petite Académie

At La Petite Académie, we believe learning French should be fun, inspiring, and confidence-building, while also fostering cultural understanding. For over two decades, we have shared our love of this beautiful and influential language with children across New Zealand.

Founded by a NZ-qualified primary school teacher with many years of specialist French teaching experience both in New Zealand and overseas, our curriculum is built on sound educational principles and a genuine passion for French. Our teaching team are enthusiastic educators who bring warmth, energy, and creativity to every lesson.

Our approach is fun and interactive, yet carefully structured. Children build communication skills and accurate pronunciation through songs, games, stories, drama, role-plays, hands-on activities and real-world scenarios. Along the way, they also explore the rich and vibrant French culture, sparking curiosity and opening their minds to the wider world.

At La Petite Académie, children don’t just learn words — they discover the joy of language and the world it opens up.

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Why French?

Spoken Worldwide - officially in 29 countries, on 5 continents

Cultural Gateway - the language of cuisine, fashion, theatre, the visual arts, dance and architecture

Influential Language - the official working language of many key global institutions e.g. the UN, WHO, WTO, IOC, NATO

Testimonials

"Lucy has totally loved working with you this year and is just so enthusiastic about French. This has really made a big difference to Lucy’s world and her wellbeing this year. You are so right about what may start off as something small but end up being a big part of their lives...I am delighted she can carry on with you again next year. Many thanks Sue"

Sue

"Thank you so much Megan, William came home singing his heart out. He loves his time with you. He chooses to convert everything now. Wonderful. Kind regards, and much praise."

Juanita

"Harrison will be continuing to learn French next term. He thoroughly enjoys the lessons and I am pleased with how much he is sharing with us at home. Thank you for providing this amazing learning opportunity."

Jody

"Emily would love to continue French. She is singing the songs to anyone who will listen, passers-by, shopkeepers......Even her younger brother is picking up lots from her. Thanks so much for giving our daughter this opportunity. Kind regards Sarah."

Sarah

"This is funny, Seraphine and I were in a Macaron Shop ( La Maison du Chocolat at 225 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré ) and the very nice woman asked where we were from (after we had chatted for a bit and Sera had answered her English questions in French) and so I said NZ, and she asked why my daughter spoke with no accent...like a Parisienne...Well done you! Nice teaching!"

Elizabeth