Houston's Premier Bilingual Early Learning

Give your child the gift of two languages — begin today.

At Houston French-Immersion Preschool & Academy, children ages 18 months to 5 years old develop genuine French fluency through play, creativity, and culturally rich daily experiences — in a warm, nurturing environment where every child is seen and celebrated.

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18 mo – 5 yr

Age Range

100%

French Immersion

Small

Class Sizes

Young children engaged in a French-language art activity

Bright classroom with French books and learning materials

Teacher reading a French story to a small group of children

"La langue s'apprend en vivant."

— Language is learned through living

Spacious, sunlit classroom at Houston French Academy

About Us

A bilingual foundation built on trust, joy, and curiosity

Houston French-Immersion Preschool & Academy was founded on a simple conviction: the earliest years are the most powerful window for language acquisition — and they should be filled with wonder, not pressure. Our program immerses young learners in French through storytelling, music, movement, and guided exploration, while English remains a natural part of the environment.

Located in the heart of the Timberside neighborhood, we serve families across Houston who want their children to grow up bilingual and bicultural — equipped with confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning.

Fully French-immersive curriculum for ages 18 months to 5
Low child-to-teacher ratios for personalized attention
Culturally rich environment celebrating Francophone traditions
Safe, nurturing space in the Timberside community

Our Programs

A program for every stage of early growth

Each level is thoughtfully designed to match your child's developmental needs — from first steps in a bilingual environment to school-ready confidence.

18 months – 2 years

Toddlers

A gentle, sensory-rich introduction to French through songs, simple stories, and guided play. Children absorb the rhythm and sounds of a second language in a safe, responsive setting.

Sensory-based French exposure
Music, movement & storytelling
Nurturing, small-group environment

2 – 3½ years

Preschool

Children deepen their French comprehension and begin expressing themselves in the language through structured play, creative arts, and social exploration — building the foundation for true bilingualism.

Expanded French vocabulary & sentences
Arts, music & French cultural themes
Social-emotional skill development

3½ – 5 years

Pre-Kindergarten

School readiness meets language mastery. Children strengthen pre-literacy and numeracy skills in French, develop sustained focus, and graduate with the confidence to thrive in any classroom.

Pre-literacy & phonics in French
Early numeracy & critical thinking
School-readiness & independence

Our Approach

Learning French the way children naturally learn — through living

Our immersion methodology is grounded in decades of research on early bilingual development. Children don't study French — they live in it.

Immersive Daily Instruction

French is the language of the classroom — used naturally in every interaction, activity, and routine throughout the day.

Play-Based Curriculum

Structured play, creative expression, and guided exploration are the primary vehicles for language acquisition — no worksheets, no pressure.

Cultural Immersion

French-speaking traditions, holidays, literature, and cuisine are woven into the curriculum so language and culture grow together.

Individual Pacing

Every child progresses at their own rhythm. Small class sizes ensure each child receives the attention they need to flourish.

Children engaged in hands-on French learning activities

Family Voices

What parents share about us

The true measure of our program is heard from the families who trust us with their most precious investment — their child's earliest years.

My daughter started at 2 years old and now speaks French with a confidence that surprises us every day. The teachers make her feel so safe and loved — she runs into the classroom with a smile.

Parent of a 4-year-old

Family for 2 years

We looked at several preschools in Houston and nothing compared to the warmth and intentionality here. Our son is bilingual, curious, and genuinely happy — that means everything to us.

Parent of a 3-year-old

Family for 1 year

As French speakers living in Houston, finding a program that treats our language and culture with such respect and joy was a relief. This is exactly the environment we wanted for our children.

Parent of two

Family for 3 years

Begin the Journey

Your child's bilingual story starts with a conversation

We'd love to show you around our classroom and answer any questions you have. Schedule a visit or give us a call — there's no application pressure, just a chance to see if we're the right fit.

Request a Visit Call Us Today

(281) 624-6909

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're ready to enroll or simply exploring options, reach out — we're here to help you find the right fit for your family.

Address

8915 Timberside Dr
Houston, TX 77025

Phone

(281) 624-6909

houstonfrenchacademy@gmail.com

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