Our sections

    From nursery to primary, a complete journey

    Three sections designed to support your child at every key stage, in a bilingual and caring environment.

    3 months – 2 years

    Nursery / Daycare

    A warm, secure cocoon where toddlers make their first discoveries of the world. Our certified educators look after the emotional well-being, sensory awakening and health of every baby.

    "THIS nursery is your child's first step toward autonomy — gently and confidently. English songs are part of daily life from the earliest age to naturally develop a bilingual ear."

    Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    1 educator for 5 children

    What your child will experience:

  1. Caring supervision by qualified staff
  2. Daily sensory, motor and emotional awakening
  3. First nursery rhymes and songs in English
  4. Dedicated rest, play and meal areas
  5. Daily updates shared with parents
  6. 3 – 5 years

    Kindergarten

    A key stage where children learn through play, socialize and develop their first school habits. THIS kindergarten combines active pedagogy, English immersion and an introduction to digital tools.

    "In kindergarten, our pupils already sing, count and tell stories in English. This is also where robotics begins, through fun, hands-on activities suited to their age."

    Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
    1 teacher + 1 assistant per class

    What your child will experience:

  7. Playful, active teaching method
  8. Daily English (songs, games, vocabulary)
  9. Discovery of digital and robotics
  10. Fine motor skills and creativity work
  11. Gradual preparation for reading and writing
  12. 6 – 11 years

    Primary

    Primary at THIS lays the strong academic foundations your child needs. Bilingual French-English program, weekly robotics classes and personalized support for every student.

    "Our primary students don't just learn English: they use it to solve science problems, present projects and program their first robots."

    Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
    Small class sizes (max 25 students)

    What your child will experience:

  13. Strong bilingual program (French + English)
  14. Weekly robotics and coding classes
  15. Reinforced math, science and general knowledge
  16. Hands-on projects, field trips and sports
  17. Preparation for further academic studies
  18. A day at THIS

    Your child's daily life

    A balanced schedule between learning, play, nutrition and rest.

    7:00 – 8:00 AM

    Welcome & free play

    Staggered arrival, quiet activities and reading.

    8:00 – 10:00 AM

    Structured learning

    Language, math and science in French and English.

    10:00 – 10:30 AM

    Snack & recess

    Healthy break and outdoor play.

    10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    English & robotics

    Immersive workshops and STEM projects in groups.

    12:00 – 1:30 PM

    Lunch & nap / break

    Balanced meal; nap time for the youngest.

    1:30 – 3:30 PM

    Arts, sports & projects

    Creative activities, sports, music, gardening.

    Services & benefits

    Everything needed to grow well

    Beyond teaching, THIS offers a complete environment for every child's well-being.

    Flexible hours

    Doors open from 7:00 AM, pickup until 4:00 PM, daycare included.

    School calendar

    September start, holidays aligned with the official DRC calendar.

    School transport

    Pickup service available in several Lubumbashi neighborhoods.

    Balanced meals

    Hot meals prepared on site, menus adapted to children.

    Medical follow-up

    Regular medical visits and an infirmary available to students.

    Extracurricular activities

    Sports, music, arts, conversational English and robotics clubs.

    Extra activities

    Thriving beyond the classroom

    A rich variety of activities to cultivate every child's talents and curiosity.

    Music & Singing

    Choir, instruments, nursery rhymes in English and French.

    Visual arts

    Drawing, painting, modeling and creative crafts.

    Sports

    Football, mini-basketball, gymnastics and team games.

    Science Club

    Fun science experiments and nature discoveries.

    Drama & Expression

    Small plays, storytelling and oral expression in English.

    Cultural openness

    Discovering world cultures and international celebrations.

    Enrollment 2026 – 2027 now open

    Reserve your child's place today in one of our sections: nursery, kindergarten or primary.

    Tiny Heart International School

    T.H.I.S — Lubumbashi, DRC

    A school where every heart grows. Nursery, Kindergarten, Primary — bilingual education with English and robotics.

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