FAQ

In the nursery, children are accepted from 6 months old.
Children who turn 3 years old during the calendar year (before December 31st) can be enrolled in First Year of kindergarten.

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 scholarship.

Yes, we are an AEFE partner institution from Cycle 1 to Cycle 3, from First Year to Grade 5.

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

The school is open from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Outside of these hours, we offer a daycare service. More details can be found in the Daycare section below.

In the nursery, welcome time is from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
In kindergarten and elementary school, welcome time is from 7:30 a.m. to 8:05 a.m.

• In the nursery (half-day): between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
• In kindergarten: at 3 p.m. if there is no after school activity, at 4:20 p.m. if there is, and on Wednesdays after lunch at 12:00 p.m., or after activities at 3 p.m. or 4:20 p.m.
• In elementary school: at 3 p.m. without an after school activity, at 4:20 p.m. with an activity. On Wednesdays after lunch at 12:00 p.m., or after activities at 3 p.m. or 4:20 p.m.

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

From 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For half-days, departure is between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.
We also offer daycare from 18 months old (see Daycare section below).

Yes, diapers 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 kindergarten, a vegetarian menu is offered once a week.

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

No, breakfast must be eaten at home.

Yes, only if they take part in an after school activity or afternoon daycare.

French is the priority language but children have English lessons (see British International Section) and Vietnamese from First Year of kindergarten.
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, First Year and Second Year students sleep after lunch, around 11:45 a.m. In Final Year, 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 French national curriculum 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 Grade 1. Children follow the official French curriculum while benefiting from enhanced English lessons, British literature, and an international cultural exposure.

Yes, shuttles and taxis with a bus attendant 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 bus attendant is always present.

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

They are open to children from First Year to Grade 5, 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 Boule & Billes pupils. Children from other schools must provide proof of insurance.

For children enrolled at Boule & Billes and for children from other schools, from First Year to Grade 5.

At the Thao Dien and Binh Thanh sites, sometimes off-site depending on the intensive courses.

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

Yes, it includes activities, equipment and lunch. For full-day bookings, afternoon snack is included. Some outings, intensive courses or trips are charged extra.

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 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Service for children from 18 months to 5 years old (from nursery to kindergarten).
• In Binh Thanh: from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Childcare service for elementary school children.
• Daycare = 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the nursery = hourly rate.

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