FAQ

Children are accepted from 6 months old in nurseries.
Children who turn 3 years old during the calendar year (before December 31st) can be enrolled in the Petite Section (preschool) program.

A waiting list is managed by the nursery manager. Your child can be registered and you will be contacted as soon as a place becomes available.

Yes, children of French nationality can apply for a school scholarship.

Yes, we are an AEFE partner establishment from cycle 1 to cycle 3, from Petite Section to CM2.

Yes, Boule & Billes follows the same programs as all French schools accredited in France and abroad.

The school is open from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Outside of these hours, we offer a drop-in childcare service. More details can be found in the Drop-in Childcare section below.

In daycare, children are received from 7:30 am to 9 am.
In preschool and elementary school, reception takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 8:05 a.m.

• In daycare (half-day): between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
• In kindergarten: at 3pm if there is no extracurricular activity, at 4:20pm if there is, and on Wednesdays after lunch at 12:00pm, or after activities at 3pm or 4:20pm.
• In elementary school: at 3pm without extracurricular activity, at 4:20pm with activity. Wednesday after lunch at 12:00, or after activities at 15:00 or 16:20.

The separation is done gradually, with a parent present for the first few days to reassure the child.

From 7:30am to 4:30pm. For half-day trips, departure is between 11:30am and 12pm.
We also offer drop-in childcare from 18 months old (see Drop-in Childcare section below).

Yes, nappies and powdered milk must be provided by the parents.

Spare clothes, good shoes, a pacifier or a cuddly toy if needed, a swimsuit, a water bottle and toiletries if you have a preferred brand.

We offer a variety of European and Vietnamese dishes, prepared on site by our cooks. Fruits and vegetables are given preference. In elementary and preschool, a vegetarian menu is offered once a week.

No, lunch is charged as an extra (see prices).

No, breakfast must be eaten at home.

Yes, only if they participate in an extracurricular or after-school activity.

French is the priority language but children have English lessons (see British International Section) and Vietnamese from the first year of preschool (PS).
For children who do not yet speak French, the introduction is done gently, through daily instructions and play, but also with French as a Foreign Language (FLE) classes.

Yes, the students in the Petite and Moyenne Section sleep after lunch, around 11:45 am. In the final year of preschool, a quiet time is offered.

No, except when absolutely necessary.

Diapers, bottles and powdered milk if needed, change of clothes, suitable shoes, pacifier or cuddly toy, swimsuit and water bottle.

Yes, all staff receive first aid training, which is renewed annually.

A specific protocol is applied. The pollution level is measured several times a day and activities are adapted accordingly.

The lessons follow the official programs of the French National Education system and cover five areas: language, physical activity, artistic activities, thinking/logic, and exploration of the world. The focus is on language, exploration, and play.

Yes, they are PE (Primary School Teacher) graduates and have at least 3 years of experience. They are on secondment or leave of absence.

It is a bilingual French-English education, enriched with British culture, offered from the first year of primary school (CP). Children follow the official French curriculum while benefiting from enhanced English lessons, British literature, and an international cultural exposure.

Yes, shuttles and taxis with escorts run morning and evening.

Yes, subject to availability and with payment per ticket.

Yes, all buses have seat belts, and car seats are installed for younger children.

No, a school chaperone is always present.

A procedure is planned and communicated to parents (see transport regulations).

They are open to children from Petite Section to CM2, whether or not they are enrolled at Boule & Billes.

Some are reserved for kindergarteners (e.g. Vovinam, KinderMusik), others for elementary school children (e.g. tennis, karting). Some activities, like swimming, are offered to everyone, with groups based on skill level.

Registration is by term, but it is possible to participate on an ad-hoc basis if places are available.

Each activity is limited to 12 children.

Yes, appropriate sportswear. For judo or Vovinam, a kimono is required. Swimsuits are mandatory for swimming.

Yes, a protocol provides for indoor alternative activities.

Yes, for the students of Boule & Billes. Children from outside the home must provide proof of insurance.

For children enrolled at Boule & Billes and for children from outside, from Petite Section to CM2.

At the Thao Dien and Binh Thanh sites, sometimes outside depending on the training courses.

Yes, for half a day, a full day or for the entire duration of the center, with a package or ticket.

Yes, it includes activities, equipment and lunch. For full-day bookings, afternoon snack is included. Some outings, training courses or transport are at an additional cost.

He can stay at school, but not necessarily with children his own age. The prices are not adjusted.

It welcomes children on prior registration (preferably notify the day before). Payment is made by the hour (any hour started is due). Children participate in adapted activities, free play and outdoor time if the weather permits.

• At Thao Dien: from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Service for children from 18 months to 5 years old (from nursery to kindergarten).
• In Binh Thanh: from 4:30pm to 5:00pm. Childcare service for elementary school children.
• Daycare drop-off = 8:00 to 12:00 for the nursery = Hourly rate.

The daycare center is open to children registered at Boule & Billes as well as children from other facilities who cannot be picked up after school.