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  • Q.Why learn French ?

    -French is a world language :

    More than 300 million people speak French in the five continents. French is the second most widely learned foreign language after English, and the fifth most widely spoken language in the world.


    - A language for higher education:

    Speaking French opens up opportunities to study at renowned French universities and business schools, ranked among the top higher education institutions in Europe and the world.


    -A language of international relations :

    French is both a working language and an official language of the United Nations, the European Union, UNESCO, NATO, the International Olympic Committee, the International Red Cross and international courts.


    - The language of love and reason:

    French language is a beautiful, rich, melodious language that is often called the language of love. French is also an analytical language that structures thought and develops critical thinking, which is a valuable skill for discussions and negotiations.

  • Q.We do not speak French at home. Can we still apply?

    We welcome non-French speaking families at Au Grand Air who are looking for an international education. For families who do not speak French at home it is a commitment and an investment of time when they choose our French program. Through our after-school programs, we provide many opportunities for children to speak French. We know from experience that this commitment is very rewarding for both students and parents!

  • Q.What language do the children speak among themselves?

    One of the great joys of our school is to see how French and English are spoken and “mixed” among our students at all levels.

  • Q.Are all the teachers from France?

    Our teachers come from all walks of life and are recruited after thorough screening. Our French-speaking teachers are mostly educated in France.

  • Q.How many countries are represented in the school community? Is it reserved for French nationals only?

    We welcome French nationals to the school as well as many international families based in New Delhi and Gurugram, who share a passion and an openness to the world.
    The school applies the rules of the French Ministry of National Education, which makes it an excellent option for families who seek the rigor and depth of a French education with the personal support and attentions often associated with international private schools.

  • Q. Is there a uniform?

    School uniforms are an essential means of developing a sense of belonging and solidarity among students.

  • Q. If French is the only medium of instruction, will my child’s English suffer?

    We follow a bilingual medium of instruction which involves both French and English. Our experienced teachers make sure that our students are well versed in both the languages.

  • Q. What happens to students who have never studied French before?

    Students are taught French by trained and certified language teachers with years of experience in teaching French as a second language. Being immersed in a French environment, students hear the language on a daily basis and train their minds to learn the language. New students are offered extra French classes to accelerate their learning.

  • Q. My child is 3 years old and has never been exposed to another language, is it too late?

    No it's not too late. The older the child, the more he is affected by “phonological deafness”. This is the reason why it is difficult to learn a foreign language when you are an adult. It must be understood that children are sponges, the "phonological deafness" mentioned above begins to be felt around the age of 10 but is not irreversible.

  • Q. Do all Government-run schools in France follow the exact same methodology and syllabus as Au Grand Air?

    Yes, all government schools in France follow the same curriculum (French International  curriculum) and the full autonomy given to the teachers helps them design assessments for their children.

  • Q. How is the French international curriculum different from CBSE & IB?

    International Curriculum
    • Focuses on student autonomy and independent thinking.
    • Provides structural thinking and freedom for students.
    • Emphasis on core knowledge and skillsets.
    • Taught in 139 countries and recognised across the world.
    CBSE
    • Focuses more on preparing students for the final examinations.
    • Focuses more on analytical skills.
    • Prepares its students for higher education in India.
    • Taught and recognised in 28 countries across the world.
    International Baccalaureate
    • Student-centred curriculum.
    • Focuses on critical and creative thinking.
    • Comparatively very high standards.
    • Taught in 3000+ schools in around 140 countries.

  • Q. How widely is the French international curriculum recognised?

    The French International curriculum is recognized around the world. French schools are spread across 139 countries which shows how widely it is recognised.