Every year, thousands of families embark on the process of enrolling their children in nursery school in Paris, in order to guarantee them a place in a high-quality school that matches their educational goals. Nursery school enrollment is a key step in your child's development, yet the process can seem complex. 

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This article helps you understand everything you need to know about enrolling your child in preschool in Paris. 

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Kindergarten enrollment in Paris: how does it work?

Kindergarten enrollment in Paris depends on your educational plans for your child: 

• public school (via the town hall);
• private school under contract;
• private school not under contract (such asÉcole M).

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Private schools often have their own calendar, which allows you to secure a place quickly. The calendar for enrolling in a private nursery school in Paris is often a year in advance, so the sooner you start looking into it and considering your options, the better.

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What are the steps for enrolling in preschool in Paris?

In a public school

1/ Online registration via Paris.fr;

2/ Assignment by the city hall;

3/ Confirmation by the school administration;

4/ Completing the entire file.

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Within a private school

The procedures for enrolling in preschool in Paris are much more flexible: 

1/ Completing an online form;

2/ School presentation meeting;

3/ School tour;

4/ Final validation. 

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AtÉcole M, enrollment opens more than a year in advance. You can already submit a pre-enrollment application toÉcole M by clicking here.

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When should you start registering your child for nursery school in Paris?

To maximize your chances: 

• January-April for public schools;
• from September to November of the previous year for private schools such asÉcole M.

Places are often limited per level and can fill up very quickly!

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How to prepare for your child's enrollment in kindergarten in Paris?

1/ Think about your wishes for your child's schooling;

2/ Contact several schools to compare;

3/ Ask questions (typical day, teaching methods, supervision, personalized instruction, etc.);

4/ Take a tour of the school.

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Successful preschool enrollment in Paris starts with good preparation! There is a great tool to help you prepare for preschool enrollment: theÉcole M preschool guide.

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Why chooseÉcole M your preschool enrollment in Paris?

ChoosingÉcole M means offering your child: 

• bilingual immersion; 
• individualized support;
• active teaching methods; 
• multi-level classes; 
• motivated and caring teaching staff. 

Apply now for kindergarten enrollment atÉcole M by clicking here.

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