Where language learning becomes confidence, creativity, and connection
Small Group Learning
Personalized attention in small groups to help every learner grow with confidence.
Culture & Connection
Language learning through culture, traditions, conversation, and real-life experiences.
Communication First
Practical speaking, listening, reading, and comprehension skills for everyday life.
What We Learn
Our lessons focus on developing all essential language skills:
- Listening: through stories, dialogues, and audio exercises
- Speaking: through conversation practice, games, and role-play
- Reading: using age-appropriate texts and cultural materials
- Writing: through creative tasks, journaling, and guided exercises
- Vocabulary: & Grammar introduced naturally in interactive formats
Students learn in small groups, ensuring personalized attention, plenty of practice, and a comfortable environment for building confidence.
Our Language Programs
Interactive language learning for children and adults in a warm, creative environment.
Ukrainian Language
Language classes for children and adults designed to strengthen communication skills while staying connected to Ukrainian culture, traditions, and community.
☀️ Summer Break
Our Ukrainian Language classes for children and adults are currently on summer break.
📚 Registration for the 2026–2027 Academic Year is Now Open!
Join us for another year of language learning, cultural exploration, and community connection.
French Language
Interactive French classes for children and adults focused on practical communication, confidence-building, and everyday language skills.
☀️ Summer Break
Our French Language classes for children are currently on summer break.
📚 Registration for the 2026–2027 Academic Year is Now Open!
Spaces are limited. Register early to secure your child’s place.
Why Language Learning Matters
Research shows that language education strengthens far more than communication skills – it boosts overall cognitive and academic development.
- Improves academic performance: Over 90% of students who learn a second language outperform their peers in math, science, and literacy subjects. (Cambridge research)
- Enhances concentration and focus: Even five hours of language learning per week significantly improves attention, problem-solving, and mental flexibility.
- Strengthens memory: Learning new vocabulary and grammar trains both short- and long-term memory. Bilingual students consistently score higher on memory tests.
- Boosts creativity & flexible thinking: Students who speak more than one language show greater creativity, adaptability, and innovative thinking when solving challenges.
- Supportive environment: for learners building confidence in a new language
- Supports emotional & social development: Language learning helps children and adults:
- Express themselves clearly
- Build confidence
- Understand other cultures
- Integrate into the community more easily
Class Format
Our language programs are designed to be engaging, dynamic, and culturally rich.
Interactive Lessons
- Use of games, multimedia, storytelling, and real-world scenarios
- Group work to encourage communication and teamwork
- Weekly themed discussions
- Pronunciation practice
- Cultural insights
Meet Our Language Instructors
Experienced educators creating supportive and engaging learning environments for children and adults.
Adam Dermane
French Language Instructor
Dermane Adam is an experienced language instructor with over 9 years of teaching experience in French and English.
He holds a Master’s degree in English and American Literature and brings international teaching experience to his classes. In Saint John, he supports adults and newcomers in building confidence and using language in everyday life.
At ART LAB DCI, Dermane leads French classes for adults, focusing on real-life conversation, grammar, cultural activities, and helping students overcome the language barrier.
Languages: French, English, German, Spanish
Rodrigue Hébert
French Language Instructor
Rodrigue Hébert is an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching and community support.
A retired teacher, Rodrigue has dedicated many years to education and has also worked as a Newcomers Coordinator for District scolaire francophone sud, helping families and children integrate into the Francophone community.
He is also a French language evaluator at CCNB (Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick), supporting learners in developing language skills and confidence.
At ART LAB DCI, Rodrigue leads French classes for children in a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment focused on communication, interaction, and confidence-building.
Languages: French | English
Tetiana Hulchuk
Ukrainian Language Instructor
Tetiana Hulchuk is an experienced educator with many years of teaching Ukrainian language, literature, and culture at a Ukrainian university.
She is passionate about helping students stay connected to the Ukrainian language and cultural heritage through engaging, supportive, and meaningful learning experiences.
At ART LAB DCI, Tetiana leads Ukrainian language classes for both children and adults, creating a welcoming environment where students can build communication skills while exploring Ukrainian traditions, literature, and culture.
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