So you want your child to speak English?
Extra-curricular programs that teach your kid English in Versailles aren’t just for international or bilingual families. Across the city, parents of all backgrounds are looking for ways to help their children grow up speaking confidently in English — not just as a school subject, but as a life skill.
Whether children attend a local public school, private school, or something in between, many families want English to feel comfortable, familiar, and usable from an early age.
Parents get the inside scoop through local word of mouth, conversations at the school gate, and local mom Facebook groups where families share their networks and success stories. (If you’re looking for a comprehensive list of English and International schools around Versailles, click here.)
The best part?
Families don’t need to commute to Paris or apply to competitive programs to learn conversational English. Versailles and the surrounding area offer a surprisingly rich selection of English programs for kids, from baby music classes to after-school workshops and holiday camps. Read on to find out.
English Programs for Babies & Preschool (0–5 Years) in Versailles
At this age, English education is not about reading levels or academics. It’s about exposure, confidence, rhythm, and joy. The goal is to make English feel normal and positive.
Music Together® Jitterbugs – English Music Classes for Kids in Versailles
Website: https://musictogetherjitterbugs.com
Location: Versailles & surrounding towns
Music Together Jitterbugs offers joyful music classes in American English for babies and young children (ages 0–6+), led by two expat sisters raising their families in the Yvelines.
Through singing, movement, and playful parent participation, children naturally absorb English — no pressure, no performance. It’s often a child’s first exposure to English and a favorite entry point for families new to Versailles looking to connect with other parents.
Moments Family Concept – English-Friendly Early Years Space in Versailles
Website: Môment’s Family Concept
Location: 3 rue de l’Abbé Rousseau 78000 Versailles
Moments Family Concept is a stroller café and family space focused on early childhood development through creativity, connection, and play. With a soft play area for little ones and a strong anglophone community, it regularly hosts events and activities in English for young children.
Little Bookstars – English Storytelling for Toddlers in Versailles
Website: Little_Bookstars Instagram
Location: Versailles & surrounding towns
Little Bookstars brings English storytelling to life through pop-up, pre-loved children’s bookshops and story sessions in and around Versailles. A lovely way for young children to hear real English, discover books, and fall in love with stories early on.
Founded by Tamar and Helen, an early-years teacher and a journalist-writer, Little Bookstars blends teaching know-how with a love of storytelling to make English joyful for young learners.
English Programs for Elementary School-Aged Kiddos in Versailles (Ages 6–10)
Once children enter elementary school, many local families choose French public or private schools and supplement with English enrichment, workshops, or holiday immersion programs.
Polyglots Playhouse – Holiday English Programs (ages 3-16)
Location: Versailles & nearby
Website: https://www.polyglotsplayhouse.com
📧 [email protected]
Polyglots Playhouse is a favorite among Versailles families for school-holiday English workshops. Their approach is playful and interactive — learning English through games, themed activities, and seasonal fun (not worksheets).
They regularly offer Winter Fun English Workshops, and spots fill quickly.
Ideal for children in French schools who need consistent, positive English exposure without stress.
My Happy Little School – Immersive English Holiday Camps Near Versailles
Hosted at: École Blanche de Castille
Location: Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt
Website: https://my-happy-little-school.com/
💶 €325 per week per child
These immersive English-language holiday camps, run by Alexia and her team, have built a strong reputation. They’re put together with a warm staff, well-organized, and genuinely enjoyable for kids. My own kids have gone many times!
They are especially popular with families looking for structured, full-day English immersion during school holidays.
Very Happy Bilingual Club (Children ages 3-7 on Wednesday mornings)
Hosted at: École Blanche de Castille
Location: Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt
Website: https://my-happy-little-school.com/ and Instagram
Happy English at Pré-Académie des Arts – Saturday English Classes in Versailles
Hosted at: Pré-Académie des Arts
Location: Maison de quartier, Clagny-Glatigny
Website: http://preacademie.com/
Pré-Académie des Arts offers several English programs for kids in Versailles as part of its broader artistic and cultural course lineup.
1. Weekly English Classes (Centre Huit)
- Ages 4–5: Regular English course for younger children.
- Ages 6–9: Standard weekly English class tailored to this age group.
2. Happy English Program (Saturday sessions)
These are themed English classes designed to be fun and engaging:
- Happy English I: For children aged 5–7, typically Saturday mornings.
- Happy English II: For children aged 8–10, also on Saturdays.
💡 Teaching Style & Focus
Courses are part of a broader lineup of disciplines at Pré-Académie, which blends linguistic, artistic, and cultural activities for children.
Their website is a bit out of date, but you can contact them (or call) to get a spot reserved.
Le Cartable Anglais — English for Kids
Location: 129 Boulevard de la Reine, 78000 Versailles, France
Website: https://lecartableanglais.fr/
Provides English support and learning programs designed to complement French schooling, particularly for children navigating bilingual or international environments. They offer fun, small-group English classes for children:
Older children & teens: Group lessons that help with vocabulary, pronunciation and school support.
Babies & toddlers (0 – 3 yrs): Musical, play-based Saturday classes to introduce English sounds and simple phrases.
Primary school kids (≈ 4–11 yrs): Weekly classes with games, stories, songs and structured lessons that build confidence and speaking skills.
OurSchool
Location: 3 rue des Bourdonnais 78000 Versailles
Website: https://www.ourschool.fr/
A bilingual French–English school option that many international families consider when settling in the area. It often comes up for parents looking for a more structured, school-based bilingual environment. The school funnels into Sacre Coeur International Section (but is not the only way to get in).
We Love Mômes
Location: 15 Rue Jean Houdon 78000 Versailles
Website: https://www.welovemomes-versailles.org
Offers English activities for children, including Wednesday mornings and holiday programs, making it a popular option for families seeking extracurricular exposure rather than a full-time school setting.
Les Petits Bilingues
Location: 47 Rue Carnot 78000 Versailles
Website: https://www.lespetitsbilingues.com/les-centres-les-petits-bilingues/versailles/
A well-known language network in France with English workshops and classes for children. Programs typically focus on playful, age-appropriate language immersion outside the traditional school day.
SSWP (Summer Camp at the Golf Course) (3-17 years old)
Website: Stages et cours en anglais – Speaking & Sports with Pascal
A seasonal English-language summer camp option that combines outdoor activities with English exposure. Often mentioned by families looking for summer-only immersion in a relaxed setting.
English Literacy Classes at PAV (3-18 years old)
Location: Cheveruse (78)
Website: English classes for Primary, Secondary, Middle school, High school Kids
PAV offers English literacy classes for English-speaking children growing up in bilingual environments, including families where English is spoken at home or children returning from time spent in an English-speaking country. The focus is on maintaining and developing strong, confident English skills—both spoken and written—alongside French schooling.
Classes are kept small (maximum 10 students per teacher) and are led by qualified, native English-speaking teachers, sometimes supported by classroom or reading assistants to ensure individual attention. Enrolment is on a first-come, first-served basis, with a short, informal evaluation and trial period to ensure a good fit.
Programs are offered across age groups:
Maternelle (ages 3–5): Phonics-based early literacy through stories, songs, and play, with books sent home weekly.
Primaire (ages 6–10): Balanced focus on oral and written English, with level-appropriate skill books, guided reading, and novels for older children.
Collège/Lycée (ages 11–18): Advanced language development through novel study, discussion, and critical thinking.
Kids&Us Versailles – English Classes for Ages 1–18
Location: 24 Rue du Vieux Versailles, 78000 Versailles, France
Website: https://www.kidsandus.fr/fr/ecole-anglais-enfants/versailles
Kids&Us Versailles is a dedicated language school offering English courses for children and teens from about age 1 through 18. The program uses an immersion-style method inspired by how children naturally learn their first language, with age-appropriate classes that combine listening, play, songs, stories, and interactive activities to build both confidence and competence in English. Classes are tailored to different developmental stages — from babies and toddlers through older kids and teens — and the school also runs themed Fun Week workshops and other activities throughout the year.
Choosing the Right English Program for Kids in Versailles
From baby music classes to Saturday workshops and holiday camps, English programs for kids in Versailles are more accessible than ever. And when and if your family is ready, there are many International schools and English schools they can look into — all without leaving the local area.
If you’re raising children in Versailles and want English to feel natural, joyful, and usable, these programs offer excellent options at every stage of childhood. For even more support from local moms, check out our local mom Facebook group.
