




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.
Why French?


