Discover the Power of Bilingual Education
Raising truly bilingual children in Paris
Free Online Information Session for Parents
For families living in Paris, childhood offers a rare opportunity: the chance for children to grow up genuinely comfortable in both French and English.
Many parents sense how valuable this could be — but also wonder how it works in practice.
French families often want their children to develop the kind of ease in English that opens doors internationally. International families living in Paris often hope their children will gain a real command of French, allowing them to fully engage with the culture, education system, and life of the city.
Yet questions naturally arise:
- Will learning in two languages affect academic progress?
- Does a child need to already speak both languages?
- How do schools support children who are stronger in one language than the other?
- What does a bilingual classroom actually look like day to day?
This live session is designed to help parents explore these questions and understand how a well-structured bilingual education allows children to develop strong academic foundations while becoming confident in both languages.
We’ll also look at why Paris is such a powerful environment for bilingual learning, and how the right educational approach can help children make the most of it.
Who This Session Is For
This session is designed for parents who are:
- Curious about the benefits of bilingual education
- Considering bilingual or international schools in Paris
- Wondering whether their child needs to already speak English or French
- Exploring school options for the upcoming academic year
Whether your child is already bilingual or just beginning their language journey, this webinar will help you better understand what bilingual education looks like in practice.
Your Host
Kate Doherty des Places
Head of External Relations
Kate has over 20 years’ experience working in international and bilingual education in Paris, supporting families as they navigate important school decisions for their children.
Through her work with hundreds of families from both French and international backgrounds, she has developed a deep understanding of the questions parents often have about bilingual learning and how children thrive in two languages.
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