6. Nursery School in France - Ecole Maternelle

1. 6.1. Class Structure
2. 6.2. Enrolment
3. 6.3. Curriculum

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6.1. Class Structure of French Nursery Schools

Nursery school is optional, but there is almost comprehensive free State provision throughout the country, and the vast majority of children 3 years upwards attend. Attendance from 2 years of age is possible if places are available.

The basic class structure is as follows:


Table: Class Structure

Age	Class
2-4	Petite Section
4-5	Moyenne Section
5-6	Grande Section

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