In the early years, French is introduced gently and organically — through song, rhythm, storytelling, vocabulary-rich conversation, and carefully prepared materials. Children absorb language naturally during this stage, building familiarity, comfort, and joyful association without pressure or performance expectations.

Our goal is confidence and comfort — not memorization.

In Elementary, French deepens into a structured study that integrates reading, writing, conversation, culture, and real-world application. Students explore language in small groups, engage in purposeful writing, and connect French to broader cultural studies within the Montessori Elementary curriculum.

Language becomes a tool for expression, exploration, and intellectual growth.

Our goal is confidence and comfort — not memorization.

In adolescence, language becomes deeply connected to identity, expression, and social belonging.

French at this stage is no longer simply acquired or studied — it is lived and applied. Students engage in meaningful communication through discussion, writing, debate, and real-world interaction. Language becomes a vehicle for exploring culture, perspective, and human connection.

Opportunities may include:

• Seminar-style discussions and collaborative dialogue
• Written expression across disciplines
• Cultural exploration and comparative studies
• Real-world application through community interaction

At this stage, students are not just learning a language — they are learning how to use language to understand themselves and their place in the world.

Our goal is expression, confidence, and authentic communication.

Our French Curriculum is led by Madame Constance Abramovicz, AMI-trained Montessori educator and French Curriculum Lead. Under her guidance, our bilingual program spans all age groups and is delivered by a team of 11 French-speaking educators.

Every aspect of our French program remains aligned with AMI Montessori principles. It is vertically integrated, developmentally responsive, and designed to foster confidence, fluency, and intellectual depth — all within a Montessori-first framework.

At Fairport, French is not a marketing feature. It is a carefully prepared extension of authentic Montessori education.

In the early years, movement is a primary expression of learning. Our youngest learners explore:

• Balance, strength and coordination
• Spatial awareness and gross motor sequencing
• Rhythm, grace and intentional movement patterns
• Confidence through guided play and physical exploration

Led by experienced Montessori educators trained in purposeful movement, this foundational work supports cognitive, emotional and physical development in harmony with the whole child.

In Elementary, our sports program becomes more structured while remaining grounded in Montessori values:

• Skill Development: Students build athletic competence through progressive instruction in basketball, volleyball, track & field, cross-country and more.
• Character & Leadership: Sport becomes a context for resilience, teamwork, fair play, strategic thinking and self-reflection.
• Integrated Learning: Movement connects to Going Outs, community partnerships, and curriculum themes that enrich intellectual and social development.
• External Partnerships: Through our collaboration with Planet Athlete, students access professional facilities and mentorship, enhancing both sport skill and holistic confidence.

Rather than focusing solely on competition, our program is designed to build lifelong physical confidence — where every child can succeed and grow at their pace.

In adolescence, movement takes on a new meaning. It becomes connected to identity, contribution, and social belonging.

Our sports program evolves to reflect this shift:

• Personal Responsibility: Students take ownership of their training, preparation, and growth
• Team Contribution: Athletics become a space to contribute meaningfully to a group, not just participate
• Leadership & Mentorship: Older students model, guide, and support younger peers
• Performance with Purpose: Skill development is paired with reflection, discipline, and self-awareness

Experiences may include:

• Inter-school competition through ISAA partnerships
• Structured training and self-directed improvement
• Leadership roles within team environments
• Reflection on performance, teamwork, and growth

At this stage, sport is no longer just about movement — it becomes a means of understanding oneself in relation to others.

Our AMI-aligned sports philosophy emphasizes:

• Movement as cognitive and emotional architecture
• Self-discipline over scoreboard outcomes
• Collaboration over competition
• Personal progress over comparison

At Fairport, sports participation nurtures the whole child:
the mover, the thinker, the collaborator, the leader.