Language arts
Phonics, vocabulary and speaking through songs, rhymes and stories.
The CEN preschool programme welcomes children from Nursery through to Reception in a bilingual French / English setting. It combines active learning with cultural grounding: children learn through play, hands-on activity, storytelling and exploration, building firm foundations while developing curiosity and self-confidence.
Active learning and cultural grounding, from Nursery to Reception.
Phonics, vocabulary and speaking through songs, rhymes and stories.
Discovering numbers and shapes, counting and logic through traditional African games.
Hands-on nature observation: water, plants and animals.
Family roles, life in a group and discovering Senegalese traditions.
Making things from natural materials: clay, leaves and fabric.
Visual arts, music and exploring African shapes and patterns.
African stories, history, geography and cultures brought to life in voice and performance.
Movement games, Senegalese dance and an introduction to sport.
FAQ – Preschool
Learning happens through play and the spoken word: songs, nursery rhymes and African stories build phonics and vocabulary in both French and English. Children learn to express themselves, listen and tell stories before moving on to writing.
Numbers and shapes are discovered concretely and playfully: handling objects, counting, sorting and traditional African games. The aim is to build number sense before any abstraction.
Children observe and handle things: water, plants, animals and everyday phenomena. These hands-on activities spark curiosity and lay the groundwork for careful observation.
They discover roles within the family and the group, the rules of living together and Senegalese traditions. This foundation nurtures a sense of belonging and respect for others.
Yes — the performing arts are central. Storytelling, singing, dance and short performances build confidence, memory and physical expression.
They bring together visual arts, music and the exploration of African shapes and patterns, using natural materials such as clay, leaves and fabric.
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