{"id":319,"date":"2025-08-22T08:56:32","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T01:56:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.windfield.ac.th\/?post_type=curriculum&#038;p=319"},"modified":"2025-09-26T15:29:55","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T08:29:55","slug":"elementaire-primary-school-ages-6-11","status":"publish","type":"curriculum","link":"https:\/\/new.windfield.ac.th\/fr\/elementaire-primary-school-ages-6-11\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire (Primary School, Ages 6\u201311)"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_09e25b12 has_text_color height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 class=\"w-text us_custom_b860ca69 has_text_color\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire (Primary School, Ages 6\u201311)<\/span><\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The <strong>\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire stage<\/strong> of the French curriculum builds on the foundations of Maternelle and develops essential skills in <strong>reading, writing, mathematics, science, languages, and civic education<\/strong>. Covering ages <strong>6 to 11<\/strong>, it is divided into two learning cycles:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cycle 2 (Fundamental Learning, ages 6\u20139)<\/strong> \u2013 CP, CE1, CE2<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cycle 3 (Consolidation, ages 9\u201311, extended into 6e at Coll\u00e8ge)<\/strong> \u2013 CM1, CM2, 6e<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire provides children with the knowledge and learning strategies they need to become confident, independent learners.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs my-curriculum-tabs layout_hor style_modern switch_hover\" style=\"--sections-title-size:0.9rem\"><div class=\"w-tabs-list items_7 align_none\"><div class=\"w-tabs-list-h\"><button class=\"w-tabs-item active\" aria-controls=\"content-sacc\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Organisation<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-e0f1\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Cycle 2 (Ages 6\u20139)<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-x6dd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Cycle 3 (Ages 9\u201311)<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-ed57\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Teaching &amp; Learning Approaches<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-f133\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Competencies Developed<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-z8cc\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Evaluation &amp; Validation<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-vfda\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Purpose &amp; Progression<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section active\" id=\"sacc\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header active\" aria-controls=\"content-sacc\" aria-expanded=\"true\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Organisation<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-sacc\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>At Windfield International School, the French Elementary Programme follows the official curriculum of the French Ministry of National Education and covers Cycle 2 and Cycle 3 (ages 6\u201311).<\/p>\n<p>Throughout these years, pupils strengthen core competencies in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>French language and literature<\/li>\n<li>Mathematics<\/li>\n<li>Science<\/li>\n<li>History\u2013geography<\/li>\n<li>Arts<\/li>\n<li>Physical education<\/li>\n<li>Moral &amp; Civic Education,<\/li>\n<li>Modern languages such as English and additional foreign languages (Spanish &amp; Mandarin).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This progressive pathway builds critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, communication, and digital literacy &#8211; laying a solid foundation for success in coll\u00e8ge and beyond.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>French Language and Literature<\/strong> \u2013 reading fluency, writing, analysis of texts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mathematics<\/strong> \u2013 operations, problem-solving, geometry, measurements, fractions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Science and Technology<\/strong> \u2013 living things, matter, physics, chemistry, environment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>History &amp; Geography<\/strong> \u2013 historical periods, territories, citizenship.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Foreign Language<\/strong> \u2013 introduction and progression in a second language.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Arts and Music<\/strong> \u2013 creative expression through visual arts, theatre, and music.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical Education (PE)<\/strong> \u2013 sports, movement, coordination, teamwork.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moral and Civic Education (EMC)<\/strong> \u2013 values of respect, citizenship, and democracy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"e0f1\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-e0f1\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Cycle 2 (Ages 6\u20139)<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-e0f1\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Cycle 2 of the French Elementary Programme runs from <strong>CP to CE2<\/strong> (Grades 1\u20133), covering children aged <strong>6 to 9<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Each week includes approximately:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1 hr 15 min<\/strong> \u2013 Class Council \/ Homeroom (Vie de classe)<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 hours<\/strong> \u2013 French Language &amp; Literature<\/li>\n<li><strong>5 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Mathematics<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 hour 30 min<\/strong> \u2013 Discovery of the World (Science &amp; History\u2013Geography)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Arts and Music<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Physical Education<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 hour<\/strong> \u2013 Moral and Civic Education<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 hours<\/strong> \u2013 English<\/li>\n<li><strong>4 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Thai National Curriculum (for Thai nationals)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Thai Culture (for non-Thai students)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> &#8211; Spanish or Mandarin *<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 hour<\/strong> \u2013 Computing \/ Digital Literacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>* Starting in <strong>Year 2 (CE1)<\/strong>, pupils add a <strong>second foreign language<\/strong> with about <strong>two hours per week<\/strong> of Mandarin <strong>or<\/strong> Spanish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"x6dd\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-x6dd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Cycle 3 (Ages 9\u201311)<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-x6dd\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Cycle 3 of the French Elementary Programme runs from <strong>CM1 to CM2<\/strong> (Grades 4\u20135), covering children aged <strong>9 to 11<\/strong>. Each week includes approximately :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1 hr 15 min<\/strong> \u2013 Class Council \/ Homeroom (Vie de classe)<\/li>\n<li><strong>8 hours<\/strong> \u2013 French Language &amp; Literature<\/li>\n<li><strong>5 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Mathematics<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hr 30 min<\/strong> \u2013 History\u2013Geography &amp; Moral and Civic Education<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Arts Education (Visual Arts &amp; Music)<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 hours<\/strong> \u2013 LV1 Foreign language (English)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> \u2013 LV2 Second foreign language (Mandarin or Spanish)<\/li>\n<li><strong>4 hours<\/strong> &#8211; Thai National Curriculum (for Thai nationals)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Thai Culture (for non-Thai students)<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 hours<\/strong> \u2013 Physical Education<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 hour<\/strong> \u2013 Science &amp; Technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ed57\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ed57\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Teaching &amp; Learning Approaches<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ed57\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Progressive literacy instruction<\/strong> \u2013 step-by-step mastery of reading and writing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Problem-solving in mathematics<\/strong> \u2013 applying concepts to real-life contexts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inquiry-based science learning<\/strong> \u2013 observation, experimentation, and discovery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collaborative projects<\/strong> \u2013 teamwork, discussion, and shared responsibility.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual approach<\/strong> \u2013 integration of foreign language learning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interactive learning<\/strong> \u2013 arts and physical activities for creativity and expression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At Windfield International School, our French elementary classes integrate <strong>Calimots<\/strong>, <strong>Maths Access<\/strong>, and <strong>Retz methods<\/strong> to provide structured, interactive learning.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Calimots<\/strong> \u2013 A phonics-based reading and spelling programme that helps pupils decode sounds and build strong literacy and writing skills step by step.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maths Access<\/strong> \u2013 A hands-on mathematics approach using visual models, games, and real-life problem-solving to strengthen logical thinking and numeracy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Retz \u2013 Grammar<\/strong> \u2013 Grammar resources from \u00c9ditions Retz that offer progressive lessons and playful activities. They help students understand sentence structure, conjugation, and spelling rules through guided discovery and practice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These complementary methods enrich the French national curriculum, making lessons both rigorous and engaging while supporting each child\u2019s language and thinking skills.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"f133\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-f133\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Competencies Developed<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-f133\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>By the end of \u00c9l\u00e9mentaire, students will have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mastered <strong>reading and writing<\/strong> in French with confidence.<\/li>\n<li>Built strong <strong>foundations in mathematics<\/strong> and logical reasoning.<\/li>\n<li>Developed a <strong>basic scientific culture and curiosity<\/strong> about the world.<\/li>\n<li>Acquired <strong>artistic and physical expression<\/strong> skills.<\/li>\n<li>Learnt to <strong>collaborate, respect rules, and take responsibility<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Progressed in <strong>foreign language learning<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"z8cc\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-z8cc\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Evaluation &amp; Validation<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-z8cc\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>In the <strong>French Elementary Programme<\/strong>, pupils take national assessments set by the <strong>Ministry of National Education (MENJ) from CP to CM2 (Grades 1\u20135)<\/strong> every <strong>September<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>These standardized evaluations measure key skills in <strong>French language, reading, and mathematics<\/strong>, ensuring that each child\u2019s progress aligns with the official French curriculum and national benchmarks.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>Year 1 (CP)<\/strong>, there is also a <strong>mid-year assessment in January<\/strong> to monitor reading and numeracy development and provide tailored support.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to these national tests students also follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Continuous assessment<\/strong> through daily observation, class exercises, and projects.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>Livret Scolaire Unique (LSU)<\/strong>, an official digital student record with periodic reports issued in <strong>December, April, and June<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>End-of-cycle evaluations<\/strong> at <strong>CE2 and CM2<\/strong> to confirm mastery of fundamental skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Validation criteria<\/strong> for promotion include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A minimum of <strong>80 % attendance<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated <strong>academic progress and results<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li>A final decision by the <strong>Cycle Council<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This comprehensive approach ensures that each student receives both rigorous national evaluation and continuous, personalized monitoring of progress.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"vfda\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-vfda\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Purpose &amp; Progression<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-vfda\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The \u00c9l\u00e9mentaire stage is designed to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consolidate fundamental knowledge in literacy and numeracy.<\/li>\n<li>Build critical thinking and logical reasoning.<\/li>\n<li>Develop autonomy, collaboration, and civic values.<\/li>\n<li>Strengthen bilingual and multicultural learning.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure a smooth transition into <strong>coll\u00e8ge (lower secondary, ages 11\u201315)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ec333777 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-grid us_post_list type_grid layout_gallery_default hidden cols_2 preload_style_spinner\" id=\"us_post_list_cc50\" style=\"--columns:2;--gap:0.8rem;\" data-filterable=\"true\"><style>@media (max-width:600px){#us_post_list_cc50{--columns:1!important}}.layout_gallery_default 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class=\"w-grid-none type_message\">Aucun r\u00e9sultat.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_df271145 has_text_color height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 class=\"w-text\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">Why Choose the French Elementary Programme at Windfield?<\/span><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The <strong>\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire stage (ages 6\u201311)<\/strong> at <strong>Windfield International School<\/strong> combines the rigour of the <strong>French Ministry of Education curriculum<\/strong> with a rich, multilingual and multicultural environment that few schools can match.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Rigorous and Balanced Curriculum<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>structured programme<\/strong> fully aligned with the French Ministry of National Education.<\/li>\n<li>A balanced timetable blending <strong>academic excellence, the arts, physical education, and civic values<\/strong> to nurture well-rounded, confident learners.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Continuous assessment and personalised support<\/strong> to help every child succeed and prepare for Coll\u00e8ge and beyond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Strong Emphasis on Languages and Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extensive language learning<\/strong> is at the heart of our elementary programme.<\/li>\n<li><strong>English<\/strong> is taught for several hours each week, far exceeding the national requirement.<\/li>\n<li>From <strong>Year 2 (CE1)<\/strong>, pupils may add a <strong>second foreign language (Spanish or Mandarin)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thai language and culture<\/strong> are introduced through dedicated weekly sessions, giving students a genuine understanding of their host country.<\/li>\n<li>Several non-language subjects\u2014such as <strong>Art, Music, and selected Physical Education lessons\u2014are taught in English<\/strong> under the <strong>EMIL model<\/strong> (Enseignement de Mati\u00e8res Int\u00e9gr\u00e9es en Langue), reinforcing bilingual skills in authentic contexts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Specialist Teaching Rare in France<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Unlike most primary schools in France, Windfield provides <strong>subject-specialist teachers<\/strong> in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Art and Music<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical Education<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming<\/strong>,<br \/>\nensuring expert instruction and inspiring, high-quality lessons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>A Nurturing, Multicultural Environment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Set within a truly international community, Windfield offers a warm, inclusive atmosphere where children develop curiosity, respect for others, and the ability to thrive in both French and global settings.<\/p>\n<p>By combining <strong>French academic rigour<\/strong>, <strong>rich bilingual exposure<\/strong>, and <strong>specialist teaching<\/strong>, Windfield\u2019s Elementary Programme builds <strong>strong academic and personal foundations <\/strong>-preparing students to excel in <strong>Coll\u00e8ge<\/strong> and to embrace opportunities anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\u00c9l\u00e9mentaire (Primary School, Ages 6\u201311)The \u00c9l\u00e9mentaire stage of the French curriculum builds on the foundations of Maternelle and develops essential skills in reading, writing, mathematics, science, languages, and civic education. 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