Cycle 1: French Maternelle Excellence
As an AEFE partner, we follow the French National Education curriculum for Cycle 1 (PS, MS, GS), nurturing independence and social-emotional growth through a structured, play-based approach.
A French program renewed in 2025
Our teaching follows the French National Education curriculum for Cycle 1, updated for the 2025 school year: priority on oral and written language and early mathematical tools, annual benchmarks, and explicit teaching — within a caring, child-centered approach, from Toute Petite Section to Grande Section.
Explore our curriculum arrow_forwardQualified & Caring Educators
Throughout their journey at Le Petit Lotus Bleu, each child is accompanied by our team who helps them learn to live together, flourish, and become ready for elementary school.
French Teachers
Experienced educators holding the official Professeur des Écoles diploma or equivalent French teaching certificate.
Chinese Teachers
All hold the local Kindergarten Teacher diploma (幼儿园教师资格证), ensuring quality bilingual instruction.
Our French Teaching Staff
Nicolas Bigan
Director
Solenn
Teacher
Toute Petite Section
Charlotte
Teacher
Petite Section
Lucile
Teacher
Moyenne Section
Sylvain
Teacher
Grande Section
After-School Activities
We offer a rich and varied range of extra-curricular activities to spark curiosity and develop new skills after class.
Acrylic Painting
Creative expression through colour, texture, and technique.
Capoeira
Brazilian martial art combining movement, music, and play.
Science
Hands-on experiments and discovery, exploring the natural world through observation and play.
Music
Musical awakening through rhythm, singing, and instrument discovery.
Coding
Introduction to logical thinking through playful coding activities.
Yoga
Gentle poses and breathing exercises, building body awareness and calm focus.
School Bus Service
Our school bus service is designed for the safety and convenience of our youngest students and their families.
Routes updated each school year based on enrolled children's addresses.
Door-to-door stops at your residence when possible.
Caring drivers and assistants ensure safety during the journey.
Real-time bus tracking app so parents always know where their child is.
School Life & Events
Many events are regularly organised to celebrate local and international cultural festivals and traditions, sharing joyful moments with parents.
Chinese New Year
Calligraphy, lanterns, lion dance, and dumplings with families.
Carnival
Costumes, parades, and festive activities celebrating this French tradition.
Christmas Show
A magical performance by the children for parents and families.
End-of-Year Show
Annual performance showcasing everything the children have learned.
Sunrise International Kindergarten
Our classes are hosted within Sunrise International Kindergarten, established in 1994 in the heart of Shanghai's former French Concession. A modern, welcoming, and human-scale environment ideal for children's development.
Recognised by the Education Bureau for the quality of education provided to young children, Sunrise International Kindergarten has been welcoming children of all nationalities in a multicultural, colourful, and family-oriented environment since 1994. It is one of the most renowned kindergartens in Shanghai.
Since 1994
Over 30 years of early childhood education experience in Shanghai.
Green campus
Large playground and outdoor spaces in the heart of Xuhui.
French Concession
Hengshan Lu, a historic and sought-after residential neighbourhood.
After-school activities
Arts, sports, music, and science after class.
Discover Our Program
Visit our classes within Sunrise International Kindergarten to see the French Maternelle excellence in action.