Writing

Learning how to write begins at École Bilingue Chardin starting in the 2-year-old section through sensory-motor, artistic and manual activities (punching, sewing, drawing) that promote precise writing technique. Handwriting is further practiced in nursery through penmanship. The written expression quality is, is developed and encouraged in elementary school through individual and group writing tasks.

Development of hand dexterity from an early age

In the 2-year-old section of our bilingual nursery school, children use tools that stimulate their hand dexterity ("practical life" and "sensory motor” tools created by Maria Montessori).

Penmanship

This work continues in other preschool grades through penmanship and the use of writing tools. Spontaneous handwriting attempts are generated by a wide range of materials (slates, notebooks, boards).

In Elementary School, Focus is Placed on Four Elements

A good understanding of grammatical structures (place and role of words in sentences, logical grammatical constraints)
Special attention to spelling quality, with regular self-corrected dictations.
Promoting free writing through writing workshops to foster imagination and organizing a short story competition for higher grades.

In addition, at École Bilingue Chardin a special effort is carried out in primary and elementary to help children acquire good language skills and a rich vocabulary, to foster their ability to express ideas through writing, and nurture imagination.