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Level 0.1 The Little Academy: French Beginner Program Preschoolers Ages 5-6

Our students discover vocabulary through songs, drawings, and games in French.

Welcome to the Little Academy, our specially designed French program for young learners. Our 15-minute classes are specifically designed to match the attention span of 5 and 6-year-olds.

Moreover, with native French teachers and a play-based approach, your child will discover 200+ French words over 60 engaging units.

Meet the teachers your child will love learning with!

Welcome to Level 0.1 The Little Academy

  • Complete in just 1 year (3 classes/week)
  • No reading or writing required
  • Fully oral and interactive approach
  • Learn through songs, games, and drawings
  • The perfect first step before Level 1

Trusted by 500+ families | Perfect 5/5 rating

What your child willlearn

Our students strengthen their language skills by exploring more complex grammar and discussing various topics. They master verb tenses with greater precision — present, present perfect, past continuous, future — and use the subjunctive to express nuances of feeling or doubt.

Objectives

Introduce simple everyday words: colors, animals, objects, and actions.
Learn to introduce oneself in a very simple way.
Develop oral expression through songs and games.

Skills

Listening comprehension
Understand familiar words and very simple sentences
Speaking
Introduce oneself and use basic expressions like "Bonjour", "Je m'appelle…", "Ça va ?".
Reading
Recognize words such as numbers and colors, and simple phrases like "Qu'est-ce que c'est ?".
Writing
Draw or color objects and animals linked to the songs (for example, draw a cat after singing a farm animals song).

What happens in a typical15-minute class?

Result: Your child speaks 10-15 French words in every single class!

Minutes 1-3
Warm-up
First, we start with a French greeting song
Warm-up & oral routine
Minutes 4-10
New learning
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Then, we introduce 3-5 new words through song
Minutes 11-14
Practice and Play
Next, we move to drawing or coloring activities
New learning
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Minute 15
Goodbye song
Finally, we do a quick recap of what we learned

What Parents of 5-6Year Olds Say

"My 5-year-old LOVES her 15-minute classes!
She sings French songs all day long now. The Little Academy is perfect for her attention span"
Michelle T.
Sarah M.
mom of 5-year-old Emma
"We tried 25-minute classes elsewhere
The 15-minute format at Little Academy is magical, my son is engaged the entire time!"
Robert K.
Mike T.
dad of 6-year-old Lucas
 "The Perfect Start for my daughter!
After 8 months in Little Academy, my daughter transitioned smoothly to Level 1"
Jennifer L.
mom of 6-year-old Sophia

Is The Little Academy rightfor your child?

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Perfect if your child
Is 5 or 6 years old
Has never (or barely) been exposed to French
Has a short attention span — 15 minutes is ideal
Loves songs, games, and creative activities
Isn't ready for reading or writing yet
Learns best through play and movement
Not the right fit if
Your child is 7+ years old → See Level 1 Tour Eiffel
Your child already knows basic French → Consider Level 1 Tour Eiffel
Your child prefers academic, textbook-style learning
Your child is ready to read and write in French → See The Little Script

Your child’s journey through
The Little Academy

1-9
10-30
31-44
45-60
Units 1-9

Foundation

Units 1 to 4:

Basic Vocabulary

Units 5 to 7:

Numbers and colors

Units 8 to 9

Toys

Units 10-30

Everyday Life

Units 10 to 17

Animals

Units 18 to 24:

Fruits and vegetables

Units 25 to 30:

Clothes

Units 31-44

Home & Daily Routines

Units 31 to 35:

Room of the house of the day • Meals of the day

Units 36 to 40:

Parts of the day

Units 41 to 44:

Meals of the day

Units 45-60

Advanced Topics

Units 45 to 50:

Weather

Units 51 to 56:

Transportation

Units 57 to 60:

Family

Why The Little Academyfor Kids Work So Well

Songs do the memorizing
Every new word arrives inside a song. Melody and rhythm anchor vocabulary in a child's memory far better than repetition ever could.
15 minutes, exactly right
Moreover, our format matches the real attention span of a 5-6 year-old. Short, focused classes mean your child stays engaged from the first minute to the last.
Built for online learning
Learning through drawing and play
Additionally, every class ends with a creative activity. Your child colors, draws, and names what they see — turning new words into something they made themselves.
Progressive grammar building
A gentle path to Level 1
Furthermore, the 60 units build progressively from first words to family and weather, so the move to Level 1 Tour Eiffel feels like the next step, not a jump.

FAQsabout onlineFrench classes for kids

What age is the French online summer camp for?

Our online French summer camp is designed for children ages 5 to 15. Our native teachers adapt every lesson to your child’s age, level, and learning style whether they’re a total beginner or already have some French. Every child gets a program that feels just right for them.

Does my child need to speak French to join?

Not at all. All levels are welcome, including complete beginners who have never heard a word of French. Our native teachers use games, visuals, and storytelling to make everything clear and fun from the very first lesson, no prior knowledge needed, just a smile and a screen.

How does the free trial work?

Your child gets a free 25-minute 1-on-1 lesson with a native French teacher. No credit card required, no automatic billing, and absolutely no commitment. You simply decide afterward whether you’d like to continue most families book their first week the same day.

How many weeks can my child attend?

The camp is completely flexible,  join for as little as 1 week or up to 10 weeks, with up to 5 sessions per week. You choose the duration that fits your summer. There’s no need to commit to all 10 weeks upfront — you can add weeks as you go.

Will my child have the same teacher every week?

Yes, and that’s one of the things that makes our program special. Your child works with the same dedicated native teacher all summer long. This consistency builds trust, confidence, and real momentum. Their teacher will know their name, their pace, and what makes them tick.

What does my child need to join online?

Just a computer or tablet with a camera and a stable internet connection. We use Zoom, you’ll receive a link before every session. No special software, no materials to buy, and no complicated setup. If your child can join a video call, they’re ready to go.

How is this different from a French app or group class?

Apps and group classes give every child the same experience. We don’t. Every lesson at Little French Speakers is 100% personalized, built around your child’s level, pace, interests, and goals. They work 1-on-1 with a real native teacher who adapts in real time. No algorithm, no waiting, no getting lost in a group. Just your child and a teacher who’s fully focused on them.

How will I choose between 25, or 50-minute classes?

After the free trial, you will receive an email with your child’s level placement and the recommended class duration based on their attention span.

Will my child have the same teacher at each class level?

Yes, to ensure continuity, each class across all levels is delivered by the same teacher.

Is it possible to have multiple children in the same class?

Yes, it is absolutely possible to organize classes for siblings or friends, as long as the children are of a similar age and have a comparable level of French.

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Online French Classes for Kids: From First Words toReal Conversations.

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Level 0.1 Early Years

Level 0.1Early Years

The Little Academy

“My first magical French words!”

Age
5+ years
Focus
Verbal Discovery & Rhythms
Time
8 months
Sessions
15 min
What your child will learn:
Discover vocabulary through songs, drawings, and games
Build listening & speaking with no reading required
Fall in love with French through fun and movement
Perfect for complete beginners under 6 who learn best through fun and movement — short 15-minute classes keep them engaged and excited.

Ready for Level 1

Tour Eiffel →

Level 1 Beginner

Level 1Beginner

Tour Eiffel

“Bonjour! My first French words!”

Age
6+ years
Focus
Building Sentences
Time
1 year
Sessions
25 or 50 min
What your child will learn:
Greet people, introduce themselves, and have simple conversations
Count, name colors, say days of the week, and talk about the weather
Pronounce French sounds correctly with native accent from day one.
By the end of this level, your child will confidently say “ Bonjour! Je m’appelle Leo! ” and understand basic French instructions.

Ready for Level 2

Arc de Triomphe →

Level 1 Beginner

Level 2Upper Beginner

Arc de Triomphe

“I can talk about my daily life!”

Age
7+ years
Focus
Interactive Dialogues
Time
1 year
Sessions
25 or 50 min
What your child will learn:
Talk about school, family, home, and their favorite activities
Use present tense verbs to describe what they do every day
Expand vocabulary: food, hobbies, clothing, and household items
By the end of this level, your child will hold simple conversations about their daily routines and interests in French.

Ready for Level 3

Cathédrale Notre-Dame →

Level 3 Intermediate

Level 3Intermediate

Cathédrale Notre-Dame

“French conversations feel natural now!”

Age
8+ years
Focus
Daily Conversations
Time
1 year
Sessions
25 or 50 min
What your child will learn:
Discuss school, friends, hobbies, and weekend plans confidently
Talk about past events using both present and past tenses
Watch simple French videos and understand children’s audio stories
By the end of this level, your child will participate in 10-minute conversations about familiar topics without hesitation.

Ready for Level 4

Château de Versailles →

Level 3 Intermediate

Level 4Upper Intermediate

Château de Versailles

“I’m becoming a confident French speaker!”

Age
9+ years
Focus
Fluent Storytelling
Time
1 year
Sessions
25 or 50 min
What your child will learn:
Hold conversations on diverse topics: food, sports, travel, and culture
Use past, present, and future tenses fluently to tell stories
Understand longer French texts and follow faster conversations
By the end of this level, your child will chat comfortably about their experiences, plans, and opinions in French.

Ready for Level 5

Sacré-Cœur →

Level 5 Advanced

Level 5Advanced

Sacré-Cœur

“I can express complex ideas in French!”

Age
10+ years
Focus
Advanced Fluency
Time
1 year
Sessions
25 or 50 min
What your child will learn:
Express feelings, opinions, dreams, and abstract ideas fluently
Master all major tenses including past continuous for storytelling
Watch French films with subtitles and understand the dialogue
By the end of this level, your child will think in French and express nuanced thoughts without translating from English.

Ready for Level 6

Musée du Louvre →

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2 years ago

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8 months ago

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