322 Vista del Mar Suite B,
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310.378.1086
Languages Offered:
ARABIC
ENGLISH
CHINESE
FRENCH
GERMAN
ITALIAN
MANDARIN
JAPANESE
SPANISH
We also offer E.S.L.
After School
Savoir Faire’s Comprehensive Program
French Chinese Italian Spanish German Japanese
HOW DO THE EUROPEANS DO IT?
Savoir Faire Language Institute is your child’s opportunity to become a fluent speaker of a foreign language.
European children begin learning foreign languages in preschool. They do not miraculously become fluent from a few foreign language classes in high school. It takes many years of exposure and study, even in Europe! The foundation is set during childhood where learning a foreign language and acquiring a flawless accent is like play – quite effortless. Later, children begin the study of how the language operates through grammar.
Following this model, Savoir Faire has developed a comprehensive and articulate foreign language school that powerfully leads your child, step by step, to fluency and literacy in Spanish, French or Italian.
WHERE TO START
Our Preschool & Conversation A classes are perfect for English speaking students who are just starting out. Your child can join these beginning classes for their first exposure, develop a basic foundation and have a really enjoyable foreign language experience. If they decide not to continue, they are only richer for the time spent.
Our Preschool & Conversation A solidly prepares your child for moving into the next levels. At the next level, her oral language skills will also become writing skills. In Conversation B, your child’s one-word responses will grow to become short sentences. Her 100-word vocabulary becomes 300 words and she has begun one of the most valuable journeys of her lifetime.
WHERE TO GO NEXT
- Do you speak a language other than English at home?
- Did your child start learning the language already?
- Are you disappointed that your kids are less than fluent in your native language?
- Are you frustrated trying to teach them to read and write?
Our Bridges (1 to 4) and Literacy classes are perfect for your children. These classes are conducted entirely in the foreign language and develop literacy skills in tandem with speaking skills. Your kids can skip our beginning levels and jump in at any of the higher levels fulfill your desire that your children fluently read and write your native language.
Which class is right for my child? | ||
| Background | Description | |
| Language Camps in the Summer Age 4 and up | no background | A lighter approach to language learning - with much emphasis on FUN, similar to our summer camps. Children learn basic vocabulary in a fun club-like atmosphere. (75% immersion) |
| Conversation A 6 yrs & up | no background | These classes are a bit more focused on language learning than the summer camps. This is the 1st level in Savoir Faire's articulated steps toward fluency. Introduces 200 vocabulary words (90% immersion) |
| Conversation B | 2 yr background minimum | After 2 years in the target language, children are ready to build vocabulary and really start to speak and read in the new language. |
| Bridges to Literacy 1 5 to 6 yrs only | 1 yr background minimum | Similar to Conversation #, but with more focus on children responding in complete sentences. We designed this class for students after they have completed at least 1 year in our immersion preschool; however, if your child has some background in the language they are welcome to join the group. Builds receptive language and introduction to literacy. Introduces 200 new vocabulary words. (90% immersion) |
| Bridges to Literacy 2 to 4 6 to 9 yrs | 2 to 3 yr background | Focus on children responding in complete sentences. We designed these classes for students after they have completed at least 2 to 4 years with us; however, if your child has some background in the language, they are welcome to join the groups. Builds receptive language and introduction to literacy. Introduces 100 to 200 new vocabulary words each year (95% immersion) |
| Literacy levels Age 9 and up | 4 yr background minimum | At this point the students have acquired enough language and are ready to move on to literacy. Writing and reading, grammar and literature are now part of the class. (100%immersion) |