The Project

The FRENZ project aims to establish a French language Early Childhood Centre (ECC) in Central Auckland catering for 3-5 year olds. The centre will be a full French language immersion unit.

The New Zealand curriculum will be taught following the principle of 'Te Whaariki', with elements of French culture included. The centre will operate under a sessional license with two daily sessions catering for up to thirty children. All Ministry of Education licensing requirements will be respected.

The children will not necessarily need to speak French. The preschool will allow New Zealand children to learn the French language, socialize, and play in a French-speaking environment. We aim to broaden their horizons by facilitating access to another language and culture. Children from a French-speaking family will also benefit, as the school will enable them to preserve both their French and New Zealand heritage.

Teachers will be qualified, fluent French speakers. We are looking at a ratio of 1 teacher for 8 children.