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.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Improve your English skills and communicate with greater confidence in everyday, academic, and professional situations. Our English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides personalized support based on each learner’s current level and goals.
📘 English Language Program
Registration Is Now Open!
Program Highlights:
• Small-group instruction with up to 8 participants
• Classes twice a week
• English for everyday life, work, and education
• IELTS and CELPIP preparation
• Personalized support based on your level and goals
French Language
Interactive French classes for children and adults focused on practical communication, confidence-building, and everyday language skills.
📘 French Language Programs
Registration Is Now Open!
Program Options:
Ages 16+
• Weekly classes every Wednesday
• 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and conversation
• Practical French for everyday communication
• Supportive learning at a comfortable pace
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.
Dermane Adam
English & French Language Instructor
Dermane Adam is a bilingual English and French instructor with more than a decade of language-teaching experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English as a Second Language and a master’s degree in English, specializing in American literature. His practical, student-centred approach helps learners strengthen their communication skills and build confidence.
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
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