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EFNY at PS 20

(Clinton Hill)

225 Adelphi Street, Brooklyn, NY 11205

Your Site Coordinators

Kiritin B.
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Fabienne K.

Registration for 2026–2027 is open. This program is only open for PS 20 students

Program Dates

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 to Wednedsay, June 16, 2027

EFNY follows the NYC DOE calendar

Schedule and Tuition

Dismissal → 5:00 PM

Wednesday

  • French for Native / Fluent Speakers
  • French as a Second Language (FSL)

$1,640/year + credit card fees

Class Type

Day Offered

Time

Tuition 

– French for Native / Fluent Speakers

– French as a Second Language (FSL)

Wednesday

Dismissal → 5:00 PM

$1,640/year + credit card fees

  • Accepted payment methods: Credit card and PayPal
  • If you require a payment plan, please contact us at efnyoffice@gmail.com.
  • For questions about this site’s program, please email efnyps20@gmail.com.

Who Can Enroll

This program is open exclusively to PS 20 students. Registration is first come, first served.

Choosing the Right French Class

To help you find the right French lessons for your child, EFNY classes fall into two categories:

French for Native / Fluent Speakers

For bilingual children who already speak and understand French comfortably and can follow a French-only class.
Focus: reading, writing, grammar, oral expression, and thematic/cultural subjects taught entirely in French.

French as a Second Language (FSL)

For children who are new to French or still building foundational language skills.
Focus: speaking, listening comprehension, vocabulary building, and confidence through interactive, playful learning.

Classes Offered

French for Native / Fluent Speakers

This class is for bilingual children who are fluent in French, already reading in English, and beginning to read and write in French. All activities take place in full French immersion. Students strengthen early reading and writing foundations while developing essential grammar concepts. The class also focuses on building strong vocabulary and clear verbal expression, helping students gain confidence as they move toward more advanced written French.

Designed for students who are fully fluent in French, this class emphasizes both oral and written mastery. Conducted entirely in French, it introduces longer and more complex texts while reinforcing grammar, spelling, conjugation, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Students learn to write short, varied texts—including fiction, descriptions, dialogues, and portraits—and are encouraged to read independently to deepen fluency and strengthen their connection to the French language.

This class focuses on practical verbal communication. Students learn simple structures through stories, creative projects, songs, and games to build confidence and comprehension.

EFNY also offers online French classes. If you are interested in this option, please contact efnyinscription@gmail.com.

Program Notes

  • Registration may include a placement assessment.
  • We require a minimum of 8 students per class for the program to run.
  • EFNY has a policy of teaching exclusively in French in classes for native speakers.
  • Weekly homework promotes consistent progress.
  • EFNY follows the New York City Department of Education calendar. There are no classes on holidays, during parent-teacher meetings, or when schools are closed due to inclement weather or emergencies. Please contact your EFNY coordinator with any questions.
  • This activity is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the New York City Department of Education or the City of New York.