Learn French in Illinois: French immersion in Chicago, French language classes for kids, teens & toddlers. French preschool, tutoring programs for preschoolers, elementary school & middle school students, summer French camps in North Chicago area, Cook County.
Alliance Française de Chicago - Chez Kids Academy: Chez Kids Academy is the children’s education center of the Alliance Française de Chicago (North Chicago near Outer Harbor) and is specially designed for young children and teenagers ages 1-15. All classes are conducted in French by dedicated and experienced teachers willing to share their passion for French language and culture. Embark with us for a journey into “Francophonie”. Our programs include classes for tots, youngsters, preschoolers, elementary school children and teenagers up to 15 years old. Each program is age appropriate offering academic objectives while entertaining children with games, activities, and cultural immersion.
French Language Programs for Kids & Teenagers Ages 1-15: - Moms, Pops and Tots Class for 1 - 2 year olds - Moms, Pops and Youngsters for 2 - 4 year olds - Learn French through rhythm and songs (1 - 3 years) - Mornings in French structured pre-school activities (3 - 5 years) - Smart Steps to French Program for 5 - 12 year olds - Learn and Practise French Class for 12 - 15 year olds - French Language & Activity Summer Camps
We also provide Saturday afternoon workshops and clubs. Awaken your children’s curiosity and imagination, develop their critical thinking, and offer them a chance to meet peers sharing the same interest. We propose ciné-clubs for all ages, storytelling and cooking classes, a delicious and creative way to expose children to French culture and language.
French Programs for Children and Teenagers: A leader in teaching French to adults, the Alliance Française applies the same expertise to children’s classes. Leading Alliance Française chapters in the United States teamed up with French experts to design French curricula and activities specifically catered to the needs and interests of little—and not so little—ones.
Whereas most programs rely on repetitive workshops with limited material, the Alliance Française offers children the possibility of evolving through 3 levels (complete beginners to advanced) for each of 4 age groups.
Unlimited options are yours to discover, so you can shape your child’s experience with the help of true specialists. Striking balance between fun and serious, the extensive program offers rigorous academic objectives while entertaining children with games, activities, and what the Alliance Française is probably the most famous for… cultural immersion.
• Note to parents & guardians: Unfortunately, the language program provider that previously was listed here has closed their language training business. This listing is now void, and program inquiries cannot be processed.
• We can facilitate schools with locations in Hyde Park, Lincoln Park, Barrington, Mount Prospect / Arlington Heights, Deerfield / Lake Forest, Glen Ellyn / Wheaton, Naperville, Geneva / St. Charles, Park Ridge, Wilmette / Evanston, and Hinsdale / Oakbrook centers in Illinois.
Other Language Ad Options: - Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Italian and German
French Immersion Programs:
• Parents and Tots programs for kids ages 1-3
• French for kids ages 3-12
• Private / One-on-one French classes
• French Immersion summer camps
Instituto Cervantes is a non-profit organization created by the Spanish government, and is the largest organization in the world concerned with the teaching of Spanish. Cervantes Kids in Illinois is located in downtown Chicago and provide before, in and after school Spanish language programs for children of all levels from age 6-16. We offer 4 levels of instruction: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and High Advanced.
Cervantes Kids will help your child learn Spanish in rich and varied language programs complemented with an extensive library and fun cultural activities. Our highly qualified native teachers from Spain and Latin America hold advanced degrees in Spanish (Masters or Ph.D.) and are experienced professionals in child education.
Our internationally recognized curriculum will enhance your child’s ability to communicate in both Spanish and English. As well as our programs run from our state of the art downtown facility, we offer an in-school program where Cervantes Kids comes to your school and implements our world renowned program. We also offer an online program where kids can learn at their own pace.
Spanish Language lessons for kids including:
- Spanish In-School
- Spanish Before & After School
- Spanish classes at our Downtown Center
- Spanish for all levels
- Private classes
- Classes for Home-schooled kids
- Camps and Workshops
- Online Spanish classes for children
Programs for kids ages 6-16 at all levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- High Advanced
Located in Winnetka in the heart of Chicago’s North Shore, The French School is a total French immersion preschool/kindergarten. We welcome children when they are at the optimal age to learn French, giving them the opportunity to develop a high level of language proficiency and fluency.
The French School’s comprehensive curriculum is based on France’s internationally-renowned 'école maternelle'. Set forth by the French Ministry of Education, this program is revered as one of the world’s best and gives your child a solid academic foundation while providing a warm, nurturing environment where learning is fun and age appropriate.
Not only is French the subject of instruction, but it is also the medium by which all subjects are taught. All communication, from teachers to children is conducted exclusively in French. Through traditional songs and stories, children learn about French culture and history.
French Kindergarten / Pre-School program - consists of 5 general domains:
1. Socialization
2. Language (Spoken and Written)
3. Environment Discovery
4. Motor Skills
5. Creative Arts
Features include:
- Learn French when it’s easiest and most natural
- Comprehensive curriculum
- Begins prior to age 3
- Native French-speaking teachers
- Half-day program, 5 days a week
- Summer camp
Reach Cambridge - Online Pre-University Courses / Private Tutoring for ages 13 to 23
Courses / Programs
• Online pre-university / college prep courses with Reach Cambridge via Private Tuition through Zoom - for U.S., UK & international students of ages 13 to 24 years old.
• Study your favourite academic subject through one of our intensive, one-to-one, personalised courses, and prepare for college or university from the comfort of your own home in Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Will County, Kane County, across Illinois or nationwide.
• Based since 2005 in the historic city of Cambridge in England, Reach Cambridge has provided hundreds of U.S. high school students & young adults with the opportunity to prepare for their futures in a university environment in one of the top educational facilities in the world.
• The purpose of our intensive pre-university courses with highly-personalised lessons from an expert tutor in that field is to provide a taste of the academic standard likely to be at the college or university that best matches your interest, and to enable you to learn the basics in your preferred subject, and lay the foundation for your future degree studies.
• With over 15 years specialising in providing quality academic courses for high school students and young adults, we know that matching a student with the right tutor is essential for offering a truly transformative learning experience.
Contact us today about starting a course in your preferred subject, and to discuss a flexible study schedule around your time zone and plans for college or university.
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With three locations in Chicago IL, Little Linguists Academy provides Mandarin Chinese language classes to children in a fun and interactive environment.
Our curriculum is designed primarily for children ages 6-12, with tutoring for older children also available. Classes take place at our Chicago locations, at local public and private schools, and online.
Since 2001, proud parents of students taught by Little Linguists Academy have watched their children expand their knowledge and show off their Foreign language skills.
The teachers of Little Linguists Academy have taught thousands of children how to speak foreign language.
Based in Chicago IL, Asian Language School teaches online Japanese classes to children age six to seventeen nationwide through virtual classrooms conducted by professional Japanese teachers.
We use authentic, fun teaching materials to engage younger children to learn and successfully acquire the language.
The programs can be used to support their Japanese study at school or to prepare for official Japanese language exams.