French Club at La Jolla Elementary School
Each week, students explore the language through interactive games, songs, storytelling, journaling, and hands-on cultural projects. No French experience required; all are welcome.
Why choose French Club?
In small groups (1:8 ratio), two native French teachers guide students in building confidence as they speak a new language while exploring authentic traditions and culture. We create a welcoming space where young global citizens grow comfortable stepping into new experiences.
Spring Session 2026
Cultural focus: French Polynesia and island living
Art: Get inspired by the famous Tiki - the mythological sculptures found outside homes
Project: Learn about the legends of the Heiva and prepare for the biggest cultural event of the year
Games: Practice the traditional TI Rakau - a rythmic stick passing game
Picnic: Geta taste of the islands with a tropical fruit tasting
Class dates
The program takes place on Wednesdays from 12:20 to 2:45 pm from 2/18/2026 to 05/20/2026
12 weeks
No class: 3/2, 4/1
Price
$540
The price includes all class materials and art supplies.
Age Group
Participants must currently be in grades K to 5.
Program enrollment capacity
Minimum: 5
Maximum: 16
In-person location
La Jolla Elementary School: 1111 Marine St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
French Club meet on the lower campus, at the picnic tables by building 11.
Winter Session 2025
Art: Get inspired by the work of Canadian painter-explorer Samuel Gagnon
Project: Learn about Arctic animals and recreate their natural habitats
Games: Learn the ropes of grass hockey and classic French playground games
Picnic: traditional “cabane à sucre” (sugar shack) inspired degustation
Cultural focus: Canada — its landmarks, traditions, and everyday life
Our small group and engaging curriculum make language learning a joyful adventure.
Class dates
The program takes place on Wednesdays from 12:20 to 2:45 pm from 11/12/2025 to 02/11/2026
(11 weeks)
Holidays 11/26, 12/24, 12/31
Price
$495
The price includes all class materials and art supplies.
Age Group
Participants must currently be in grades 1 to 4.
Program enrollment capacity
Minimum: 5
Maximum: 14
In-person location
La Jolla Elementary School: 1111 Marine St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Fall Session 2025
Art: Delaunay-style Eiffel Tower
Project: adopt and race your own paper snail in our epic escargot race
Games: pétanque and classic French playground games
Picnic: traditional goûter (French picnic snack time)
Cultural focus: France — its landmarks, traditions, and everyday life
Our small group and engaging curriculum make language learning a joyful adventure.
Class dates
The program takes place on Wednesdays from 12:20 to 2:45 pm from 08/20/2025 to 10/29/2025
(11 weeks)
Price
$495
The price includes all class materials, including a journal and art supplies.
Age Group
Participants must currently be in grades 1 to 4.
Program enrollment capacity
Minimum: 5
Maximum: 12
In-person location
La Jolla Elementary School: 1111 Marine St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA