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Wellbeing is a top priority at LCS. The LCS Support Network includes two senior first aid officers, a counsellor, a child protection officer, and learning support specialists and learning support assistants. The school counsellor provides individual and small group counselling and works with families and teachers. Vie Scolaire supports students outside of class time. The child protection officer trains staff and keeps safeguarding policies up to date. The Senior First Aid Officers plan immunisation programs and manage Health Care Plans and health education.
LCS provides a dedicated framework for students with specific learning needs. The Personalised Education Success Program (PPRE) supports students who need extra help to progress in targeted areas. The Personal Support Plan (PAP) describes adjustments and Learning Plans to accommodate individual needs. Health Care Plans (PAI) are prepared for students with medical conditions and involve families and health practitioners. The Personalised Schooling Project (PPS) addresses needs identified by disability services to tailor schooling conditions. Therapy at School supports speech, language, and other therapies, with some arrangements for in-school therapy under special circumstances.
There is plurilingual education in an international environment. Over 60 nationalities are represented at LCS. The program is designed for students to master French while achieving an excellent level of English. Cambridge and NAPLAN results indicate English proficiency at least equal to Australian private schools. Non-French-speaking students have the opportunity to acquire a good command of French as part of access to top secondary education worldwide.
Mental wellbeing is supported through access to a school counsellor and a wellbeing officer who provide counselling and guidance for students and families. The counsellor works with students of all ages and collaborates with families and teachers. Vie Scolaire and the PRIO support students outside of class time. The wellbeing team coordinates with health professionals to support students with medical or psychological needs.
A child protection officer implements and follows up on child protection policies and trains staff. The school maintains safeguarding policies and reporting procedures in collaboration with the principal. Staff receive ongoing safeguarding training. The wellbeing and support networks contribute to a safe and supportive school environment.
Lycee Condorcet The International French School of Sydney is an independent AEFE affiliate serving students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum blends AEFE French education with English-medium subjects to support bilingual proficiency, offering the French Baccalaureate, the French International Baccalaureate (BFI), and the International Baccalaureate (IB). English Language and Literature and History and Geography are taught in English as part of the bilingual programmes. The school operates in Sydney's Maroubra district and benefits from the AEFE network and NSW authorities. Facilities include science laboratories, technology rooms, an indoor multipurpose court, a theatre, two libraries, and a café area at the entrance. A recently opened primary wing provides modern teaching spaces, redesigned classrooms, and an expanded playground. Extracurriculars include robotics, dancing, choir and instrumental workshops, and the French Schools Abroad Orchestra. The school promotes citizenship, plurilingualism, cultural exchange, and sustainable practices, supported by a wellbeing framework and guidance services for students.
