Annual Calendar
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📅 Annual School Calendar 2026–2027
The Polish Preschool of Lyon (EMPL) organizes its activities according to the annual calendar below.
Classes are held every Saturday morning from 9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except during school holidays and public holidays. In some exceptional situations, activities may be postponed, cancelled, or organized outside the school, such as for educational trips or cultural events. At the end of each month, we celebrate the birthdays of children born during that month. This special moment is part of our school life and gives children the opportunity to enjoy a joyful celebration with their friends.
🗓️ Saturdays Classes / Sessions
Mois | Samedis travaillés |
|---|---|
Septembre | 12, 19, 26 |
Octobre | 3*, 10, 17 ( holidays 17/10 till 2/11 ) |
Novembre | 07, 14, 21, 28 |
Décembre | 05, 12, 19 ( holidays 19/12 till 4/01 ) |
Janvier | 09, 16, 23, 30 |
Février | 6 ( holidays 17/02 till 1/03 ) |
Mars | 6, 13, 20 |
Avril | 3, 10 ( holidays 10/04 till 26/04 ) |
Mai | 22, 29 |
Juin | 05, 12*, 19, 26 |
12/09 at 11:00 a.m. – Back-to-school meeting with parents.
03/10 – Outdoor activities due to Saint Marc College Open Day.
12/06 – Outdoor activities due to the annual Saint Marc College fair. (Date to be confirmed)
🎉 Events & Celebrations
Date | Event |
|---|---|
19/09/2026 | Welcome Ceremony for New Children |
05/12/2025 | Saint Nicholas Visits the School |
30/01/2026 | Carnival Celebration |
13/03/2026 | Easter and the Egg Hunt |
12/06/2026 | Family Day Celebration (Mom, Dad, and Child) |
26/06/2026 | End-of-Year Ceremony |
🎂 Birthdays
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On the last Saturday of each month, we celebrate the birthdays of children born during that month. Dear parents, please provide a birthday cake and candles. |
🏖️ School Holidays (Zone A)
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All Saints’ Holiday: October 17 to November 2, 2026 Christmas Holiday: December 19 to January 4, 2027 Winter Holiday: February 13 to March 1, 2027 Spring Holiday: April 10 to April 26, 2027 Summer Holiday: starting July 3, 2027 |












