The Antibes Transactions team is pleased to present the interview carried out with Emilie, who kindly welcomed us to the premises of ABC (Artistic Bilingual Center), the bilingual arts centre in Antibes where she is the director. Discover her background, her motivations, and all the wonderful services ABC offers its clients. Enjoy watching and happy reading!
In a creative, welcoming atmosphere, we met Emilie, director of the ABC bilingual arts centre in Antibes. She opened the doors to this unique place, where art, culture and bilingualism intertwine to offer children an environment that is both fun and educational.
Franco-American, Emilie grew up between New York, San Diego and France. “I was born in New York, I lived in San Diego, California, and now I’m in France,” she says. This cultural richness and her personal journey inspired her to create an original learning space where languages and artistic disciplines become drivers of fulfilment.
ABC came to life on 21 November 2020 with an ambitious mission: “To encourage natural bilingualism in children, awaken artistic sense, promote citizenship and help children become independent.” Since opening, the centre has continued to innovate, offering a wide range of activities, from one-off workshops to regular programmes.
Projects follow one another throughout the year. Emilie shares: “We’re about to start our chess tournament with a workshop for improvement and introduction, then celebrate Chinese New Year. During the holidays, there will be day camps with a wellness week around sound healing and a magic week on the theme of magic.” Initiatives that reflect the centre’s philosophy: combining learning, creativity and openness to the world.
The Wednesday Kids Club illustrates this approach perfectly. “We start by saying good morning. The children arrive with one foot already in English, and the day alternates between theory in the morning and practical application in the afternoon.” A full immersion in the language and culture through varied activities.
Emilie’s background speaks volumes about ABC’s DNA. She has worked in Montessori schools and at the San Diego French American School (SDFAS). She also holds qualifications in costume design and baking. “I wanted to bring all my skills together. I love working with children; they’re eager to learn and, with them, we’re never done,” she confides.
At ABC, every age group finds its activity: Toddler’s Workshops for under-3s, Wednesday Kids Club for 5–11-year-olds, three-hour weekend workshops on varied themes, bespoke birthday parties, and cultural events such as Thanksgiving. “We shared a meal with the children and were able to introduce them to this American celebration,” Emilie recalls.
The premises reflect this diversity: a main room for culinary activities, a playroom where imagination comes to life, a painting area dedicated to arts and crafts, and a reading room with books and a guitar available. A world designed to nurture every facet of children’s creativity and development.
What does Emilie love most about her work? The children’s boundless energy. “Each day goes by so quickly that it really doesn’t feel like work. I think we learn as much as they do,” she says enthusiastically.
Whether you’re a parent looking for a bilingual centre in Antibes, original artistic activities for your children, or simply curious to discover a place where learning and creativity meet, ABC is the perfect address. Here, every child finds a space to express themselves, learn and flourish.
ABC – Artistic Bilingual Center
📍 741 chemin des 4 chemins, 06600 Antibes
📞 +33 7 60 26 99 81
📧 abcpaca@yahoo.com
📲 Instagram: @abcpaca
📲 Facebook: @abcantibes
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