INTRODUCTION
APE is a private bilingual preschool which follows the French National Curriculum. Its philosophy is most close to that of the 'kindergartens' of the Nordic countries, a half way point between school and community. The school welcomes up to 35 children of all nationalities, aged between 2 and 6 years old. It is based in the heart of the 6th arrondissement, in two locations close to the Jardin du Luxembourg, 4 rue de Fleurus et 32 rue Cassette. Open since January 2008, the school aims to teach children in a reassuring and stimulating environment which has been especially designed for them. The philosophy of the school, the design of the classrooms, the choice of staff, and everything in their environment has been chosen to help develop children's self-confidence, independence, sense of responsibility and their love of learning.
