Early Learning
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
Grade Equivalencies
Early Learning at The Awty International School includes students who will be between the ages of three and five by the start of the school year and corresponds to the following grade level designations:
American System | French system | british system | |
Ages 3-4 | Pre-Kindergarten 3 (PK3) | Petite Section (PS) | Nursery |
Ages 4-5 | Pre-Kindergarten 4 (PK4) | Moyenne Section (MS) | Reception |
Ages 5-6 | Kindergarten (K) | Grande Section (GS) | Year 1 |
Age Requirements
PK3: Applicant must reach three years of age, but not yet four, by or on August 15 of entry year.
PK4: Applicant must reach four years of age, but not yet five, by or on August 15 of entry year.
K: Applicant must reach five years of age, but not yet six, by or on August 15 of entry year.
Dual Language Immersion
The Early Learning division offers a robust language immersion program in either French or Spanish. In PK3 and PK4, students choose between French or Spanish as their primary immersion language, and receive additional instruction in English.
In Kindergarten, the language of instruction alternates daily with students either learning in English and French or English and Spanish.
Openings
- PK3 is the main point of entry to Awty with 75 places.
- PK4 openings are extremely limited and preference is given to children already affiliated with Awty.
- K is an entry point with new enrollment of about 30 students.
International Applicants
We understand that applying from outside of the United States can be complicated. While we recommend visiting Awty after submitting your application, we will work with you to facilitate your application should you run into any obstacles meeting the application requirements.