Bishops Park has a brilliant adventure playground by the river, Eel Brook Common and South Park give kids space to run, and the farmers' market is a weekend ritual for local families. Hurlingham Park hosts Polo in the Park every year and Bishops Park is perfect for leisurely strolls and family outings with its scenic walking paths and tranquil atmosphere. Fulham is, in short, one of those rare London neighbourhoods that genuinely feels like a village while remaining perfectly connected to the rest of the city.

It is also one of London's most international areas. Families here come from all over the world and many of them share a common aspiration, to give their children the very best start in life.

That is precisely where Club Petit Pierrot comes in.

Fun French Classes for Children in the Heart of Fulham

Since 1993, Club Petit Pierrot has been offering award-winning French immersion classes for children from 6 months to 8 years old and Fulham has been home to their head venues with classes thorughout the week.

Whether your child is a complete beginner, growing up bilingual or a fluent francophone, Club Petit Pierrot offers a class tailored to them. CPP's Fulham classes welcome families of all nationalities and backgrounds equally: English-speaking, francophone, bilingual and everything in between.

What makes Club Petit Pierrot's approach so perfectly suited to Fulham families is the same thing that makes Fulham itself so appealing: a genuine sense of community, a warm and nurturing environment, and a belief that the best experiences in life are the ones shared together.

Every session is conducted entirely in French by native-speaking, caring educators who bring the language to life through songs, stories, academic and creative activities.

Why Fulham Families Choose Club Petit Pierrot

• Classes for all levels, from complete beginners to fluent speakers
• Groups from 6 months to 8 years: parent and baby groups, drop-off classes and FLAM classes for francophone children
• Small groups ensuring individual attention for every child
• Native French-speaking, caring and highly qualified teachers
• A warm community of like-minded Fulham families

In a area as rich, diverse and community-spirited as Fulham, Club Petit Pierrot feels right at home.

Ready to join us? Discover our Fulham classes at clubpetitpierrot.co.uk

New King’s House, 136-144 New King’s Road, London SW6 4LZ

Immersion Programme | Est in 1993 | London SW6 | Fun French Lessons for children 6 months to 8 years. Weekly Lessons | Holiday Camps | Private Tuition & Mini groups.

To celebrate World Music Day, join us on Sunday 21st June for an exciting family event: Le bal de Petit Pierrot

“Oh là là !” From timeless French classics to fun, funky and modern tunes, get ready to swing, dance, wiggle, sing, and laugh with your little ones to your favourite French hits 😉

What a great way to learn and practise French while being immersed in the French culture! This family event is open to all ages and levels of French!

✨ What to expect:

• A lively French music and dancing experience for the whole family
• A wonderful cultural immersion through songs, dancing and play
• Goodie bags
• Delicious sweet and savoury French treats for les petits et les grands!

A special partnership with Librairie La Page – French books and games will be available to browse and buy.

Come along and celebrate music, language and French culture together – we can’t wait to see you there!

Price: £15 per participant (Child & Adult)
Booking is compulsory: one ticket for each member of the family. Siblings or other family members not registered, won’t be able to attend (except for under 6 months). No refund or credit once places have been booked. Send us an email at admin@clubpetitpierrot.co.uk
* *When booking for this event, you understand that pictures and videos will be taken during the session and might be shared on Club Petit Pierrot social media. If you don’t agree with this, please let us know in advance.**

Club Petit Pierrot Est 1993 Fun French Lessons for toddlers, children, kids London SW3, SW6, W8, W11

1. Excellence The highest standards in everything we teach Every child deserves the very best. We bring quality, rigour and care to every session, every interaction and every decision we make.

2. Authenticity Native speakers, real immersion, no translation Total immersion in a purposefully crafted French-speaking environment. No shortcuts, no compromises, just the most natural and effective way for young children to acquire French, exactly as nature intended: through context, not translation.

3. Purpose & Impact Because what we do truly matters We believe that giving a young child an additional language is one of the most powerful gifts they will ever receive, strengthening the developing brain, building cognitive resilience and laying neural pathways that benefit children far beyond language itself. We have always led rather than followed, continuously evolving with the latest research in neuroscience and child development. Thirty years of pioneering early French immersion and we are still pushing forward.

4. Love & Community For children, for French, for what we do We nurture every child's unique potential with warmth, patience and genuine care, recognising that every child has their own rhythm and way of engaging with the world. Club Petit Pierrot is more than a place to learn French. It is a community of children, families and educators united by a love of language, culture and human connection. We welcome and celebrate every child, every family and every colleague in all their diversity.

5. Commitment & Integrity To every child, every family, every day Trusted by London families of all nationalities and backgrounds since 1993. Commitment means showing up fully, consistently and reliably for every child, every family and every colleague, every single day.

"I am immensely grateful to Club Petit Pierrot for the role it has played in my daughter’s mastery of French. Although I am a native French speaker myself and speak to her in French, she was growing up in a trilingual environment and had struggled to express herself in French. However, after the October half-term holiday camp, there was a real breakthrough, and her French became much more fluent when speaking with me. By December, her teacher had already noticed this progress. Of course, this is the result of many factors, but I am convinced that starting CPP at just six months old (I even have a photo!) was pivotal. And, less often mentioned because the focus is always on the children 😊, I have met two other mums who are now very close friends thanks to the Saturday Petit Pierrot classes for babies — which means so much to me as well." Maman de Sophia

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond language teaching. Every team member undergoes thorough Police DBS checks and receives comprehensive training in Safeguarding, First aid, diversity, equality and inclusion, and ongoing professional development.

And here’s the magic behind the consistency: every CPP team member is a dedicated employee and many have been with us for years. That means children enjoy the same warm, expert care and high-quality French learning experience wherever they are. We combine passion and experience to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive space where children thrive and develop a lifelong love for learning a language and another culture.

And Then… There’s Pierrot! We couldn’t finish introducing our team without our beloved Pierrot, our mascot who brings an extra spark of fun to everything we do! More than just a character, Pierrot embodies the creative spirit of our method.

Our Pierrot

Our Pierrot is a fun, engaging character and we chose him because he not only represents French culture but he also encapsulates the playful and creative way we teach. Theatre has also had an influence on the creation of some of our activities and language techniques, and particularly mime and

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And also... Stella, our Founder, who dreamt it all up and built CPP with passion, purpose and a little French flair!

Stella - Founder/Director

Stella Bataille, the founder and director of Club Petit Pierrot, arrived in London in 1989 and began her journey at L’École des Petits. She undertook Montessori training specialising in second language acquisition, and founded Club Petit Pierrot in 1993. More recently, she completed training in educational neuroscience. With over

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Fun French teachers | Fun French Lessons | Fun Cultural Events | Holiday Camps

Backed by neuroscience research, our active learning and fully immersive approach puts children at the centre of their own development. They learn without realising it!

Authentic French accent

Our native French-speaking teachers help children develop a natural, authentic accent from the very start, a lifelong asset.

Confidence to speak

Our fun, gentle approach encourages children to experiment, make mistakes, and discover for themselves, building real confidence in speaking French.

Curriculum-aligned learning

Topics are aligned with Key Stages 1 & 2 of the UK Primary curriculum, giving your child a wonderful head start at school.

Long-term fluency

Regular immersive exposure is the surest path to fluency. Our sessions build a genuine foundation that grows with every class.

Why start a language early?

Cognitive development

Learning a second language early boosts brain development, mental flexibility, and critical thinking skills.

Creativity & problem-solving

Navigating two languages develops creative thinking and enhances problem-solving abilities throughout life.

Better academic results

Children learning a foreign language consistently outscore peers in verbal and maths sections of standardised tests.

Cultural open-mindedness

Discovering another language opens windows onto a different culture, fostering curiosity and broadening horizons.

Future opportunities

Fluency in French expands university choices and career options in an increasingly connected world.

Foundation for other languages

Early French learning makes picking up Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese significantly easier later on.

“It’s almost as if the monolingual child’s brain is on a diet and the bilingual child’s brain stretches to the full extent and variability that Mother Nature gave it to use language and exploit human language” Dr Laura-Ann Petitto, world-renowned cognitive neuroscientist.

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French classes in Fulham, Chelsea, Notting Hill and across West London

Ready to get started?

Join Club Petit Pierrot and give your child the gift of French .

French classes in Fulham, Chelsea, Notting Hill | across South West & West London

Through the amazing French book C’est mon arbre by Oliver Tallec, children didn’t just listen… they experienced the language. They joined in, repeated words, shared their opinion about the story... All while learning and practising French in a natural, playful way!

Why Storytelling Matters?

Storytelling brings language learning to life. It helps children:

• Learn new words in context
• Build confidence through participation
• Develop listening and comprehension skills

Most importantly, it makes learning French enjoyable and memorable.

Do you want to experience it?

Our next Storytelling workshop is on Monday 30th! Join us at the French bookshop Libraire La Page

1-3 yrs: 3pm

3-5 yrs: 4.15pm

A fun immersive workshop with a story, songs and props to enhance both language development and imagination, exposing the children to new vocabulary, narrative structures, and encouraging creative thinking and communication skills.

Un atelier ludique entièrement en français avec une histoire, des chansons et des accessoires pour favoriser le développement du langage et l’imagination, en exposant les enfants à du nouveau vocabulaire, des structures narratives et en encourageant la pensée créative ainsi que les compétences en communication.

The children will leave with a yummy treat from Chanteroy.

Suitable for all levels of French and led by a Club Petit Pierrot teacher
Admission: £15 per child with an accompanying adult.

Original French songs & rhymes for children

Fun and educational songs and rhymes, totally in French. Suitable for all ages, even from birth, and can even be enjoyed by French children too! Recommended by The Huffington Post.

The benefits of learning French with songs and rhymes

By listening and singing along to these songs and rhymes, your child will have fun while effortlessly absorbing French vocabulary, linguistic patterns and grammatical structures. It is also great practice for an authentic accent and good pronunciation, and it will give your child an excellent headstart in French. All the French lyrics for these songs and rhymes are included in the booklet with a full English translation. There are also specific tips for each song and rhyme, suggesting ways you can play along with your child and have even more fun learning French together! Amusez-vous bien !

• 36 original and traditional rhymes
• Includes booklet with lyrics and translation
• Authentic French accents
• Suitable for all ages
• Written and sung by Stella Bataille
• Arranged by Alex Grigelis, former Deputy Musical Director of the West End hit musical “The Lion King”

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Please note that all important reminders and confirmations will only be sent by e-mail.

30min Class

Engaging session with interactive play, sensory activities, music & movement

• Ages: 6 to 18 months
• Days: Wed
• Level: Beginner
• Venues: Fulham address
• Price per Term: £216.00
• Summer Term: Mon 13/04/26 to Mon 06/07/26 inclusive - no lessons during Half Term (25/05/26 to 31/05/26 inclusive) & Bank Holiday (Mon 04/05/26)

If your child, yourself, or the child’s carer have any special educational or medical needs, please feel free to reach out to us through our online form.

45min Class

Engaging session with interactive play, sensory activities, arts & crafts, singing, dancing & movement

• Age Groups: 1 to 3 years & 2 to 4 years old
• Days: All week
• Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Venues: Fulham, Chelsea (The Hut & St Luke), Notting Hill (Westbourne Grove & Aubrey Walk) address
• Price per Term: £323.00
• Summer Term: Mon 13/04/26 to Mon 06/07/26 inclusive - no lessons during Half Term (25/05/26 to 31/05/26 inclusive) & Bank Holiday (Mon 04/05/26)

If your child, yourself, or the child’s carer have any special educational or medical needs, please feel free to reach out to us through our online form.

A fun and creative programme in which children and their carers are fully immersed in the language, with all instructions given in French without translation. In these classes, children learn through play within a nurturing environment. Their innate curiosity and natural desire for connection are ignited through interactive and age-appropriate activities, enabling them to effortlessly learn French.

Press & Awards

2026 Club Petit Pierrot Winner of the Best Early Years Language Education Provider 2026 | Private Education Excellence Awards 2026 (LUXlife) Stella Winner of the Influential Businesswoman Award 2026 | Pioneer in language education (AI Global) 2025 AUGUST - FRANÇAIS À LONDRES - ( Article in French ) Aider Votre Enfant à Maîtriser le

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The benefits of learning with music

By listening and singing along to the Club Petit Pierrot songs and rhymes, as well as using the Pierrot puppet, your child will have fun while effortlessly absorbing French vocabulary, linguistic patterns and grammatical structures. There are specific tips for each song and rhyme, suggesting ways you can play along with your child and have even more fun learning French together! Amusez-vous bien !

Total immersion in French for children aged 3 to 8 | Fulham & Chelsea, London since 1993

At Club Petit Pierrot, French isn't just taught, it's experienced! Backed by neuroscience research, our active learning and fully immersive approach puts children at the centre of their own development. Rather than memorising words in isolation, children acquire language by connecting it to real experiences, emotions and actions. They learn and practise French naturally, gain confidence and have fun, all without any pressure in a caring environment with native French speaking teachers.

To ensure the best learning experience, we keep our groups small, so places are limited and early booking is recommended.

FULHAM ~ 13 July to 31 July

New King's House, 136-144 New King's Road, SW6 4LZ

Detailed daily programme coming soon !
We’re busy preparing creative and engaging activities, and because we love coming up with original ideas, it takes a little extra time.
But we promise a fun and enriching French learning experience for the children.

CHELSEA ~ 20 July to 31 July

St Thomas More Language School with playground for outdoor activities, Cadogan St, SW3 2QR (Entrance on Draycott Terrace)

*Full day: only available for children from 5 years old*

Detailed daily programme coming soon !
We’re busy preparing creative and engaging activities, and because we love coming up with original ideas, it takes a little extra time.
But we promise a fun and enriching French learning experience for the children.

"We had such a fantastic experience with the Club Petit Pierrot in Fulham. From the moment our daughter (7) arrived to classes, with no prior knowledge of French, everything was handled with true professionalism. She later told us that the atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and genuinely fun.

Also, their team is incredibly welcoming and clearly passionate about what they do. They create an environment where everyone feels comfortable. Also, the attention to detail and commitment to quality really stand out.

What I loved most is how enjoyable everything felt, it never felt like a routine activity, but rather something I looked forward to every time. There’s a wonderful sense of community, and you can tell a lot of care goes into making each session engaging and memorable for all the kids!

I would absolutely recommend the Club Petit Pierrot in Fulham to anyone looking for a place that is professional, fun, and truly special. Also, their Chelsea Easter camp was so much fun for our daughter which will probably end up as a pirate😎 ( that was the theme of the week)! Love U loads and good luck in the future!!💫😎 You deserve 5 🌟" Maman Girl 7 years old

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Immersive Fun French lessons and Camps for Kids in London since 1993 Chelsea | Kensington | Notting Hill | Fulham | Parsons Green

Club Petit Pierrot invites you to a fun and interactive workshop based on the picture book C’est mon arbre by Olivier Tallec. Young readers will develop their reading and speaking skills while discovering the story together and taking part in a guided discussion about nature, sharing and caring for the environment, encouraging curiosity, reflection and playful learning.

On Sunday 22nd March

4-8 years – 11am
£8 per child (Suitable for all levels of French)