French-language schools follow the same English curriculum as that offered in English schools .

Students begin the English course " English Language Arts " from Grade 4 onward.

It is worth noting that by Grade 7, the average learning outcomes of CÉF students exceed the average results of the majority in English reading comprehension according to tests administered by the Ministry of Education.

Additional Assistance in English Language Acquisition

Sometimes students come to us from places where they have not had the opportunity to acquire proficiency in English. In some schools, support services are in place to support your children, as needed, in their acquisition of English language skills.

Please find below information documents in French available for download, including a registration form for the distance education services offered by the Conseil des écoles Fransaskoises in Saskatchewan:

• Programme de scolarisation à domicile
• Points saillants des modifications apportées au programme de scolarisation à domicile
• Scolarisation à domicile : comment obtenir des crédit du secondaire?
• Formulaire d'inscription à l'éducation à domicile
• Politique du CSF

Distance education in the 21st century

Today’s students are immersed in a world of digital technology. Experts at using a mouse since early childhood, they can quickly find all the information they are looking for on the Internet with just a few clicks of a button. The use of social media, SMS and blogs are, amongst others, an integral part of their daily life.

In a conscious effort to answer to the needs of 21st century students, the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) is reviewing its teaching methods and learning models. At the CÉF, students have access to mobile computers to facilitate research and quick access to educational resources. In addition to this, distance education has become a favoured approach to allow students to:

• have equal access to learning, everywhere, for all students at all times,
• have access to specialized teachers in the subject of study,
• have an alternate way of learning while reaching targeted learning results,
• develop essential skills for the 21st century and relating to employability:
  • time management and priority management,
  • use of information and communication technologies,
  • information management,
  • distance communication and collaboration;
  • critical thinking skills.

Thanks to a Student Portal developed by the CÉF, students taking distance education courses have access to course notes, homework assignments, discussion boards and chat to interact amongst themselves and with the teachers.

For more information on distance education at the CÉF, contact us at 1-877-273-6661.

View the full course catalogue (available in French only) 

First and foremost, the CÉF respects the education goals and follows the provincial curriculum as set out by Saskatchewan's Ministry of Education.

What's different about CÉF secondary schools?

• In Fransaskois schools, all subjects are taught in French, with the exception of English Language Arts.
• 100% Francophone school environment. Remember that a first-language French education means a higher, more sustainable level of bilingualism.
• A personal approach, centered on the student's well-being and academic success.
• Students are first introduced to English Language Arts in Grade 4, and continue taking this course through to Grade 12. The course is the same as the one offered in Saskatchewan's English-language public and separate school systems.
• Certain courses are lightly modified, with the Ministry of Education's approval, to respect the distinct nature of the Fransaskois schools.
• Although the CÉF is a public school system, parents can choose to enroll their children in either a general ethics or christian ethics course.
• A wide variety of social and cultural activities to complement their learning and to develop a sense of belonging to the school and the community. On top of this, educational and sociocultural activities such as CÉFOU (which gathers all the Francophone high school students in the province in one place for two action-packed days) allow students to network and build lasting friendships with their peers from across the province. The CÉF is often referred to as one big family!
• Sports! All students get a chance to play! CÉF students play competitive sports between Fransaskois schools as well as with the Saskatchewan High School Athletics Association (SHSAA). Even in smaller schools where numbers may not be sufficient to form a team in a particular sport, agreements are often made with nearby teams so that students can still pursue a first-language French education while taking part in the sport of their choice.

What about the core curriculum and course options?

• Students have the possibility of obtaining up to 36 credit units (CU) upon graduation, for example:
  • LANGUAGES: Fransaskois French (5 CU), English Language Arts (5 CU) and Spanish (3 CU).
  • MATH (7 CU)
  • SCIENCE (7 CU)
  • SOCIAL SCIENCES (3 CU)
  • ART EDUCATION (9 CU)
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION (3 CU)
  • ETHICS CLASS or CHRISTIAN ETHICS (3 CU)
• as well as career education, Pratical and Applied Arts, and many other electives* (Psychology, Journalism, Law, etc.).
• Practical and Applied Arts (PAA) programs are offered, including: Mechanics, Wood Sculpture, Esthetics, Robotics, Drama, Music, Photography, Culinary Arts, Sewing/Fashion Design, Outdoor Recreation, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Financial Management, Information Technology and more*.

*Contact your local school principal for a comprehensive list of the courses offered in your school.

The CÉF respects the education goals and follows the provincial curriculum as set out by Saskatchewan's Ministry of Education.

• In Fransaskois schools, all subjects are taught in French, with the exception of English Language Arts.
• Students are first introduced to English Language Arts in Grade 4, and continue through to Grade 12. The course is the same as the one offered in Saskatchewan's English-language public and separate school systems. The late introduction is to allow a solid base of learning in French and has proven to be an effective way to learn both languages. According to provincial assessments in English Reading administered by the Ministry of Education, Grade 7 CÉF students achieve better results on average than do the province's students as a whole.
• Certain courses, are lightly modified, with the Ministry of Education's approval, to respect the distinct nature of the Fransaskois schools.
• Although the CÉF is a public school system, parents can choose to enroll their children in either a general ethics or christian ethics course.
• Students participate in a wide variety of social and cultural activities to complement their learning.

Your local school principal would be very pleased to answer your questions regarding the first-language French elementary school program.

French Language Preschool & Kindergarten in Saskatchewan

In Saskatchewan, education is mandatory starting at age 6. However, research confirms that each experience a child encounters before age 6 has a direct impact on his or her learning and academic success.

To offer each child the best opportunity to succeed at school and in life, the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) has developed a series of programs and services with the purpose of introducing children to positive and continuing experiences beginning in early childhood.

A Francophone service for 3 year-olds

Early childhood educational centres located in most CÉF schools offer daycare services on-site. These programs support children’s overall development and allow little ones to thrive in a healthy and safe environment in French. Most centres offer also a before- and after- school program for school-aged children.

When viable, a pre-kindergarten program is offered in 4 CÉF schools. These schools include École Notre-Dame-des-Vertus (Zenon Park), École Beau Soleil (Gravelbourg). École Boréale (Ponteix) and École de Bellegarde (Bellegarde).

For more information, please contact the early childhood educational centre or CÉF school in your community.

The following programs are offered at an affordable cost to rightholders. Click here to find out if you qualify!

Pre-Kindergarten program for 4 year-olds

All CÉF schools offer this program, that allows children aged 4 to have a positive experience with school. Through fun activities, children familiarize themselves with their new school environment, socialize with other children and discover the joys of learning through play, and this, all in French.

For preschool, a billing of $150 per month. This billing applies to all children attending preschool full-time or part-time.

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Why choose the Fransaskois preschool program?

• To experience and uphold your child's Francophone culture
• To ensure a solid learning base in French
• To ensure a smooth transition into French Kindergarten and the Francophone school system
• What will my child do in preschool?

Play and sing while learning French and building a vocabulary

• Drama, arts and crafts
• Begin to experience math, writing and reading skills in a fun way
• Activities that develop independence and self-esteem
• Participate in a variety of educational programs
• Transtion to full-time Kindergarten program

Kindergarten

This program is offered full-time five days a week to children aged 5 years. Children are introduced to reading, writing and mathematics.

Full-time kindergarten is billed at $150 per month.

Part-time kindergarten remains free, as it is 50% provincially funded.

Despite being an optional program, the majority of parents choose to send their children to Kindergarten to help prepare them for a smooth transition to grade one in a first-language French school.

Por more information on early childhood programs, please contact your local Fransaskois school or dial 1-877-273-6661.

Daycares in a French language educational setting

Early childhood services are offered in an educational setting at the CÉF, in partnership with francophone early childhood education centres. These provide a curriculum that supports the children’s overall development (physical, social, cognitive, emotional and linguistic). Children under the age of 3 thrive in a healthy and safe environment in French.

There are several CÉF schools that have daycare services available onsite which offer this specialized early childhood program. Most schools also offer a before and after school program for school-aged children.

For more information, contact your local early childhood centre :

Centre éducatif Félix le chat

1407 Albert Avenue, Saskatoon (SK) S7H 2C6
Phone: (306) 653-8535 or (306) 653-8538 - Fax: (306) 653-8496
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Centre éducatif Gard’amis

1601 Cowen Crescent, Regina (SK) S4S 4C4
Phone: (306) 525-9448 - Fax: (306) 585-1600 
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Centre éducatif Les étoiles filantes

110 Railway Avenue, PO Box 697 Ponteix (SK) S0N 1Z0
Phone: (306) 625-3766 - Fax: (306) 625-3869
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Centre éducatif Pomme d’api

340 Ominica Street West, Moose Jaw (SK) S6H 1X5
Phone: (306) 691-0307
Fax: (306) 691-5908
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Centre éducatif Le Tournesol

30, 1^stAvenue East
PO Box 964 Gravelbourg (SK) S0H 1X0
Phone: (306) 648-3121
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Centre éducatif Les Petits pingouins

1881- 99^th Avenue, North Battleford (SK) S9A 0R9
Phone: (306) 445-4010
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Centre éducatif Providence La petite jungle

C.P. 235, Vonda (SK) S0K 4N0
Tél. : (306) 258-2181
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Centre éducatif Trésors du monde

449,10^e Rue Est, Prince Albert (SK) S6V 0Z5
Tél. : (306) 922-2378
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French language education is centered not only on academic success, but also on the personal and social development of each student. Our Francophone schools focus on helping students build their identity, on helping them recognize themselves as francophone. The overall development of the Fransaskois student is one through which an affirmation of his identity, his attachment to the language and commitment to culture occur.

In order to construct a strong francophone identity and a sense of belonging in relation to the language and culture, Fransaskois youths are exposed to cultural and sports activities that are engaging and meaningful. Each year, in addition to all the activities taking place locally whithin individual school communities, the CÉF offers young people additional enriching experiences at regional and provincial levels.

Here is a partial list of some of the provincial organisations that we collaborate with:

• Association des juristes d'expression française de la Saskatchewan
• Association des parents fransaskois
• Conseil culturel fransaskois
• Association jeunesse fransaskoise
• Collège Mathieu
• Conseil économique et coopératif de la Saskatchewan
• Coopérative des publications fransaskoises
• Communauté des Africains Francophones de la Saskatchewan
• Fédération provinciale des fransaskoises
• Vitalité 55 ans et plus (anciennement la FAF)
• Fondation fransaskoise
• Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume
• Réseau en immigration francophone de la Saskatchewan
• Réseau Santé en Français de la Saskatchewan (RSFS)
• Société historique de la Saskatchewan
• Troupe du jour

Media Authorization Form

This form authorizes the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) to publish photographs and video images of students in the media, websites and on social media properties of the CÉF. These images will be used only as part of a Francophone education promotion activities in Saskatchewan.

• Media Authorization Form  (available in French only)

Application for financial assistance - Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten services

This form is used to report an exceptional financial situation that requires financial assistance. A completed, this document will be considered confidential. 

• Formulaire de demande d'aide financière

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What's the difference?

In Saskatchewan, the provincial government funds three school systems: the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF), and the English public and English Catholic school systems. The CÉF is different as it offers a 100% Francophone learning environment.

French-language schools are more than just a learning environment where French is the language of communication. The schools of the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises are dynamic communities that are proud of the wealth and cultural diversity of their French-language heritage. These schools encourage students to reach their full potential – academically, culturally and socially. It becomes a way of life to use French.

What's the difference between Core French, Immersion French, and Francophone French?

Core French is a course offered by English-language school divisions for individuals who wish to learn basic French skills.

French Immersion is a program offered by English-language school divisions for individuals who wish to learn French as a second language. The administration, all communications to parents and the general daily routine of the school take place in English.

Francophone education is a French-language program offered entirely in French, with the exception of the English Language Arts course offered beginning in Grade 4. In a CÉF school, French is used as a daily learning and communication tool in every facet of life. All correspondence, report cards, parent teacher interviews, committee and meetings of the local board of trustees are in French.

While students live their French culture every day in a Francophone Fransaskois school, they graduate with a high level of bilingualism which will open doors to postsecondary education or a career in the language of their choice. When they obtain their diploma, graduates are well prepared, as responsible, bilingual and accomplished citizens, to follow their dreams in either official langage, or both!

Remember: Students who attend French-language schools demonstrate a much more effective and sustainable bilingualism.

At CÉF schools:

• All subjects are taught in French, except for English Language Arts classes, from pre-kindergarten to grade 12.
• The English Language Arts courses are the same as those taught in English schools across the province.
• The daily routine of the school is in French.
• The environment we create allows students to live, have fun and learn in French and within the Francophone culture.

Children’s attitudes and values are generally a reflection of the environment surrounding them. That can mean their family members, their friends and other people they encounter at school. At the CÉF, we emphasize the importance of the many facets of French language and culture, and the pleasure that they bring, so that students can appreciate living in a French environment on a daily basis. In the end, students realize that speaking French is a natural thing to do.

What if my children speak little or no French?

• If either parent (or both) is a right-holder, you are eligible to send your child to a Francophone school even though he or she does not speak French. (In some cases, non right-holders can be granted admission to Francophone schools. Call to see if you qualify).
• The CÉF offers specialized services to these children and their families through a specially designed francization program.
• There is no need to worry. Our program is designed to help children rapidly build their capacity to communicate effectively in French. But the earlier your child starts learning in French, the easier and faster he or she will absorb the information.

What if I don't speak or write French? How can I help my child with schoolwork?

Non French-speaking parents sometimes wonder how they can help their children with homework in a French-language school. Although most children will only require a quiet space to work and some encouragement, there are also plenty of other things parents can do to help.

What is a right-holder?

A right holder is a parent who meets one of the following criteria:

• whose first language is French and who still understands French
• who received an elementary education in French or
• whose child has received or is receiving an education in French at the elementary or secondary level.

Keep in mind that all children of French Heritage are welcome to attend CÉF schools. Immigrants are also eligible to apply.

In some cases, non right-holders can also gain access to a Francophone education for their children. Requests for admission by non right-holders will be considered by the Conseil scolaire fransaskois upon recommendation by your local school’s Conseil d’école.

Contact your local school for more information.

What does "Fransaskois" mean?

Fransaskois is a noun used to refer to the Francophone people of Saskatchewan. It can also be used as an adjective, meaning "of, or pertaining to the Francophone people of Saskatchewan".

What's the difference between Core French, Immersion French, and Francophone French?

Core French is a course offered by English-language school divisions for individuals who wish to learn basic French skills.

Immersion French is a program offered by English-language school divisions for individuals who wish to learn French as a second language. The administration, all communications to parents and the general daily routine of the schooltake place in English.

Francophone education is a French-language program offered entirely in French, with the exception of the English Language Arts course offered beginning in Grade 4. In a CÉF school, French is used as a daily learning and communication tool in every facet of life. All correspondence, report cards, parent teacher interviews, committee and school council meetings are in French.

While students live their French culture every day in a fransaskois school, they graduate with a high level of bilingualism which will open doors to postsecondary education or a career in the language of their choice. When they obtain their diploma, graduates are well prepared, as responsible, bilingual and accomplished citizens, to follow their dreams in either official langage, or both!

Remember: Students who attend French-language schools demonstrate a much more effective and sustainable bilingualism.

If you have further questions, feel free to contact us at our toll free number: 1-877-273-6661 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Why send your child to a Fransaskois school?

Funded by the province, French first-language education is offered FREE OF CHARGE to rightholders. Click here to find out if you qualify!

Fransaskois schools provide a learning environment:

• that is welcoming, healthy and safe, and where there is mutual cooperation, respect and a sense of civic pride,
• where a personal approach enables children to reach their full potential,
• that is 100% Francophone and supports the development of the French language and Francophone culture,
• where the goal is for children to reach a superior level of long-lasting bilingualism, thus giving them an advantage for the future and eventual employment opportunities,
• that encourages curiosity by developing physical, emotional, social and language skills,
• that represents the image of Canada, that is, of being open to the world and valuing diversity,
• that offers sport and socio-cultural programs to enrich the academic experience and enable global development,
• that helps children understand the world around them and become responsible, engaged and accomplished citizens,
• that recognizes the importance of the school-family-community relationship in achieving academic success.

There are many other advantages, too!

Did you know…

A 2009 study by Statistics Canada compared the sustainability of bilingualism for students from a variety of immersion programs to that of students from first-language French schools in a minority context. Results from this study showed that:

• 98 % of students who attended minority schools benefited from sustainable bilingualism, compared to
• 57 % of students who studied in immersion programs.

Bilingual individuals:

• find it easier to learn a third or even a fourth language.
• obtain better scores on intelligence tests and have a greater ability to concentrate.
• have better skills in literacy and in decoding verbal and non verbal communication.
• are more open towards other cultures.
• find it easier to multi-task and move quickly from one task to another.

In Canada, bilingual individuals benefit from a higher employability rate and earn nearly 10% more than their unilingual peers.

For more information on studies concerning the advantages of bilingualism, visit the following websites:

http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/81-004-x/81-004-x2008004-eng.htm

http://www.francais-du-monde.org/2011/05/24/les-avantages-du-bilinguisme/

http://leap.tki.org.nz/Is-bilingualism-an-advantage

http://www.bestcollegesonline.com/blog/2012/04/02/10-proven-brain-benefits-of-being-bilingual/

http://www.hanen.org/Helpful-Info/Articles/Bilingualism-in-Young-Children--Separating-Fact-fr.aspx

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