What is going on in our classrooms?

What's the big deal with learning foreign languages?

You live a new life for every new language you speak.
If you know only one language, you live only once.
(Czech proverb) 

"Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Call or visit our office to schedule a free observation class!

 Summer Camps are enrolling now and have limited availability.

Year round programs for : Language Pre-School, Mommy & Me,  After School,  

 Private and Semi-Private Language Lessons too.

Redondo Beach California

310-378-1086

www.sfli-ca.com

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Benefits of knowing a second language

1.      For the future:

Ø      Students of foreign languages have access to a greater number of career possibilities and develop a deeper understanding of their own and other cultures.

Ø      Languages help children develop cultural understanding to live in a multilingual society. There is no denying the fact that we live in a pluralistic society and a global community. Cultural understanding is a vital skill children will need throughout their lifetimes.

Ø      The benefits to society are many. Students fluent in other languages enhance our economic competitiveness abroad, improve global communication, and maintain our political and security interests. 

2.      For their development:

Ø      Extensive research supports the benefits of early language learning: better brain development, higher test scores, cultural understanding, national security, and economic prosperity.

Ø      A bilingual child typically enjoys the titles of great communicator and excellent problem solver. At birth 25% of your brain is developed and by age five 90% of your brain is developed. Due to the part of the brain being used to acquire these language skills, the bilingual child becomes skillful in problem solving. Brain research indicates that children are at an optimal age for language learning. Although language study is beneficial and effective at any age, some studies suggest that the human brain is more open to language learning from birth to preadolescence. 

Ø      Some evidence also suggests that children who receive second language instruction are more creative and better at solving complex problems.

Ø      Early language learners have the ability to develop native-like pronunciation.

"Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Call or visit our office to schedule a free observation class!

 Summer Camps are enrolling now and have limited availability.

Year round programs for : Language Pre-School, Mommy & Me,  After School,  

 Private and Semi-Private Language Lessons too.

Redondo Beach California

310-378-1086

www.sfli-ca.com

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How Are Languages Taught to Children?

The three major types of programs available in schools are language immersion programs, foreign language in elementary schools (FLES) programs, and foreign language exploratory (FLEX) programs.

• Immersion programs allow children to spend most or all of the school day learning in a second language. Children enrolled in immersion programs work toward full proficiency in the second language and usually reach a higher level of competence than those participating in other language programs.

• FLES programs are more common than immersion programs. A second language is presented as a distinct subject, much as science or social studies.

• FLEX programs introduce students to other cultures and to language as a general concept. Time is spent exploring one or more languages or presenting information about language itself. Although this information may be introduced, the emphasis is not on attaining proficiency.

series by Melba Velazquez

"Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Call or visit our office to schedule a free observation class!

 Summer Camps are enrolling now and have limited availability.

Year round programs for : Language Pre-School, Mommy & Me,  After School,  

 Private and Semi-Private Language Lessons too.

Redondo Beach California

310-378-1086

www.sfli-ca.com

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All about learning foreign languages I

Parents and teachers today are very aware of the importance of raising their children to be bilingual. They have noticed a growing need for acquiring new languages and mastering the awareness of other cultures. Experts agree that the earlier a child is introduced to a foreign language, the greater the chances are that the child will become proficient in the language.

  

Why is age a key element for the language learning?

During the first five years of life a child is less self conscious about any mistakes made while practicing and learning a new language. One of the reasons why young children are so successful in picking up the new sounds of a new language is because they are less inhibited when it comes to trying, compared to older children and adults.  
  
series by Melba Velazquez

Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Call or visit our office to schedule a free observation class!

 Summer Camps are enrolling now and have limited availability.

Year round programs for : Language Pre-School, Mommy & Me,  After School,  

 Private and Semi-Private Language Lessons too.

Redondo Beach California

310-378-1086

www.sfli-ca.com

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Learn french like them

This is what our kids are learning in their french class...

Savoir Faire Language Institute

Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Redondo Beach, California

Phone: 310 378 1086– www.sfli-ca.com

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Mid-August Lunch Movie

For those of you want to learn italian:

"Will make you hungry for a home-cooked Italian dinner, washed down by bountiful wine.”
- V.A. Musetto, THE NEW YORK POST

 

 Savoir Faire Language Institute

Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Redondo Beach, California

Phone: 310 378 1086– www.sfli-ca.com

Host a foreign exchange student

Who is coming and needs a home?

From France, June 6 to July 5: Solene is 16 and loves horse riding.

From France, June 10 to July 2nd: Ludovic is 16 and loves playing tennis.

They both will be taking English classes in the morning and volunteering in the afternoon. They are hoping for a host family with a teen of similar age and interests. Their objectives are to improve their English and make new friends!

Contact Joelle at joelle@sfli-ca.com or call her at 310-378-1086

Speaking a foreign language within your reach and in your neighborhood"  

Since 1995

Savoir Faire Language Institute, Inc.,Redondo Beach, California

Phone: 310 378 1086– www.sfli-ca.com

Summer Camps Expo in the Southbay

Looking for ideas to keep your little one learning through the summer?

Join us at the 13th Annual What's Up for Kids Expo 

Visit over 55 exhibitors with information about summer camps, classes and activities for your family! 

Enjoy interactive hands-on exhibits and a craft area!

***Visit Savoir Faire Language Institute's booth for a chance to win a free

  "Cook & Learn Language Camp" for your child !!***

Need to learn French, Spanish, Italian, German, Chinese or Japanese?

Call or visit our office to schedule a free observation class!

 Summer Camps are enrolling now and have limited availability.

Year round programs for : Language Pre-School, Mommy & Me,  After School,  

 Private and Semi-Private Language Lessons too.

Redondo Beach California

310-378-1086

www.sfli-ca.com

French Gypsy Swing!

Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles

Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz 

 

Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz, as part of Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles, is a non-profit institution dedicated to the promotion of art and culture in the Los Angeles area. It features international artists’ performances year round, and is also a place of expression and fulfillment for Le Lycée’s students and professors who often perform on stage.