Primary School
Excellence in a global setting
At our primary school, we provide a nurturing environment where students learn to live and grow together in an international, multicultural, and multilingual community. Our approach encourages them to broaden their horizons and develop a global understanding of the world.
Language mastery, particularly in French, is at the heart of our curriculum.
General Information
School hours: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Monday to Thursday) 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Friday)
Number of classes: 15 classes
Cycles : Cycle 2 (CP-CE1-CE2) et Cycle 3 (CM1-CM2)
Curricula : French Ministry of Education
Our facilities and equipment
We provide open spaces and high-quality sports facilities to enrich our students’ educational experience.
Learning resources
- Each classroom is equipped with modern technology to support learning and spark creativity
- Our school library is open all day, staffed by a full-time librarian
- Open spaces encourage collaborative learning
- High-quality sports facilities promote physical development and well-being
Our Two Learning Cycles
In accordance with the French Ministry of Education’s curriculum, we offer two tailored cycles to support students throughout their primary education.
Subjects taught (Cycles 2 and 3):
- French
- English
- Arts education
- Mathematics
- Moral and civic education
- History and geography
- Science and technology
Cycle 2: Cycle of fundamental learning
CP – CE1 – CE2
Cycle 2 covers the first three years of Primary school (grades 1 to 3), providing the time and structure needed for progressive and thorough learning.
Pedagogical Priorities
Development of social skills alongside academics
All subjects encourage students to explore and understand the world
Development of Core Skills
Students build essential skills that set the foundation for future success, including:
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Reading comprehension and analysis
- Writing and creative expression
- Logical reasoning and decision-making
This cycle builds a strong foundation, preparing students for success in their future studies.
Cycle 3: Consolidation
CM1 – CM2
Cycle 3 links the last two years of primary school (grade 4 and 5) and the first year of secondary school ( garde 6), ensuring continuity, coherence, and a smooth transition while deepening students’ knowledge and skills.
Dual focus
1. Strengthening core learning
- Building on the foundations laid in Cycle 2
- Preparing students for future academic challenges
2. Ensuring the smooth transition from primary to secondary school
- Continuity across the three years of the cycle
- Gradual increase in learning complexity
- Prepare for the next stage of their education – Middle school
A truly inclusive school
A Rich Multilingual and Cultural Journey
Our curriculum builds a strong foundation in French while embracing linguistic diversity. Children enjoy a variety of cultural experiences, learn to appreciate different languages, and are encouraged to become active, engaged citizens.
In Cycle 2 (CP to CE2), the “PARLE” program includes two 45-minute lessons per week where subjects are taught in English. (for example, geography and science). A third session is co-taught by the English and French teachers (for example in mathematics), helping students make connections between languages and academic content.
In addition, two sessions dedicated to learning English complement this structure, with the aim of strengthening students’ language skills. Altogether, this represents 4 hours of exposure to English per week.
In Cycle 3 (CM1 to 6ème), students continue with two subject-based lessons taught in English (for example, geography and science). A third session is co-taught (for example, in geometry), allowing for a cross-disciplinary approach and strengthening the links between language and subject content. Teaching approaches are coordinated across classes to ensure a balanced exposure to different subjects in English.
Two additional English language lessons further develop fluency, bringing total exposure to 4 hours and 15 minutes per week.
For students enrolled in the international section, an additional one-hour weekly session is offered on Monday or Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., bringing the total to 5 hours and 15 minutes per week.