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Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, German, Russian, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Chavagnes International College is a Catholic, boys' boarding school in France that offers a classical education built on a British framework with French options. For pupils aged 11–18, the curriculum blends Cambridge assessments (IGCSE/GCSE and A-Levels) with Brevet and Baccalauréat routes for French pupils. Classes are primarily in English, with intensive English and French tuition to support bilingual learners. Junior Secondary (Years 7–9) follows the Cambridge Checkpoint model for Mathematics, Science and English alongside the French national curriculum, with Checkpoint results confirming progress. Senior Secondary (Years 10–11) uses Cambridge/AQA syllabuses for IGCSE/GCSE and A-Levels, with additional support for the Brevet and French. UK/French Advanced (Years 12–13) provides AS and A-level routes; French pupils may also sit the Baccalauréat. Facilities include sports fields, climbing wall, a theatre, a library, science laboratories and computer facilities. The college emphasizes music, languages and cultural exchange, exemplified by the choir, polyglots club and trips.
96 Rue du Calvaire, 85250 Chavagnes-en-Paillers, France
The Essentials
Chavagnes International College has instruction in English, French.
Location
Chavagnes International College is in Chavagnes-en-Paillers, Vende9e, north-west France. It lies just south of Nantes and near Montaigu. The address is 96 rue du Calvaire, 85250 Chavagnes-en-Paillers, France. It is about 30 minutes from Nantes International Airport and provides lifts to the airport and to train stations for the boys.
Type
Catholic boarding school for boys
Country affiliation
France
Religious affiliation
Catholic
Bus service
The College provides lifts to Nantes Airport and to train stations for the boys.
Fees
Annual tuition at Chavagnes International College ranges from EUR 18,950 to EUR 25,950 for 2026/27.
Fees (academic year 2024/2025)
- Fees are payable termly, in advance.
Application fee
- No separate application fee is stated on the school's admissions or fees information. Parents are asked to complete the registration/application form and a deposit is required to secure a place, but no specific application fee amount is published.
Tuition and boarding fees by year group (annual and per term)
- Years 7 & 8 (approx. 11–13 years) - Full board accommodation: EUR 10,750 per year. - Tuition: EUR 8,200 per year. - Total fees per year: EUR 18,950. - Total per term (three terms, payable termly in advance): EUR 6,316.67 per term (EUR 18,950 ÷ 3). (Accommodation per term: EUR 3,583.33; Tuition per term: EUR 2,733.33.)
- Years 9–11 (GCSE preparation, approx. 13–16 years) - Full board accommodation: EUR 10,750 per year. - Tuition: EUR 12,000 per year. - Total fees per year: EUR 22,750. - Total per term (three terms): EUR 7,583.33 per term (EUR 22,750 ÷ 3). (Accommodation per term: EUR 3,583.33; Tuition per term: EUR 4,000.00.)
- VIth Form (A-levels, approx. 16–18 years) - Full board accommodation: EUR 10,750 per year. - Tuition: EUR 15,200 per year. - Total fees per year: EUR 25,950. - Total per term (three terms): EUR 8,650.00 per term (EUR 25,950 ÷ 3). (Accommodation per term: EUR 3,583.33; Tuition per term: EUR 5,066.67.)
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are billed and must be paid termly, in advance. The College year runs from September to June and operates on a three-term pattern; parents should expect three term payments per academic year. - Fees must be paid in Euros unless alternative arrangements are agreed. The College welcomes payment by debit or credit card and allows staged payment arrangements; some families use a monthly standing order in sterling or monthly debit to a charge card. Specific bank account or transfer instructions are not published in the fees summary. - A deposit and completed acceptance form are required to secure a place; the published material confirms a deposit is required but does not list a standard deposit amount.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is charged as “Full board accommodation” and is shown as EUR 10,750 per year for all year groups listed. Boarding costs are therefore included in the annual totals above.
Other costs and additional charges
- Extra costs that are stated as payable in addition to the fees include: - Private lessons (musical instruments, riding, etc.). - Extended school trips (for example choir tours). - Public examination entries (GCSE, A-levels, etc.). - Uniform and equipment items (a full uniform/equipment list is published and some items can be obtained second-hand from the College store). Specific prices for uniform items are not published in the fees summary.
Scholarships, bursaries and fee reductions
- Scholarships and bursaries are available at the discretion of the Board of Governors and can reduce fees by as much as 50% in cases of financial hardship or particular ability. Special choral awards and reductions for families with multiple sons are also available. Details and eligibility are at the College's discretion.
Refund information
- The publicly posted fees material confirms that a deposit is required to secure a place but does not publish a general refund policy or a specific schedule of refunds for withdrawal or cancellation in the fees summary. No full refund schedule is included in the published fees summary or prospectus pages consulted.
Fee payment options
- The College accepts payment by debit or credit card and permits staged payment arrangements (for example monthly standing orders in sterling or monthly card debits). Fees are payable in Euros unless otherwise arranged. The fees summary does not publish a detailed list of accepted card types, nor full bank-transfer instructions in the fees text.
Notes on terms used above
- All monetary figures above are shown in Euros and reflect the published rate lines titled “The rates for 2024/2025” as published in the College's fees information and prospectus. The College's calendar confirms the school year timing (return of boarders early September).
Academics
Chavagnes International College teaches Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 11 to 18.
Curriculum
Chavagnes offers a classical education combining British and French curricula to support spiritual, moral and intellectual growth. The programme includes Cambridge Assessments, GCSEs and A-Levels, with the Brevet and Baccalauréat options for French pupils. Classes are delivered mainly in English, with intensive English and French tuition. Junior Secondary (Years 7–9) follows the Cambridge Checkpoint syllabus for Mathematics, Science and English, alongside the French national curriculum, with progress validated by Cambridge Checkpoint exams at the end of Year 9 for English, Mathematics and Science. Senior Secondary (Years 10–11) uses Cambridge/AQA syllabuses for IGCSE/GCSE and A-Level examinations, with extra support in Mathematics, Science and French for the Brevet, and some pupils may sit examinations early. UK/French Advanced (Years 12–13) provides AS and A-level routes; French pupils may also sit the Baccalauréat; ages are guideline and some students may be a year ahead or behind.
Student Teacher Ratio
Chavagnes uses a personalised model with small class sizes, and some specialist subjects offer one-on-one tuition.
Exam Results
The prospectus notes successes in Cambridge Assessments, GCSEs and A-Levels. Many pupils go on to study at leading universities in the UK and overseas. The university destinations page lists universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Aberdeen and Edinburgh. The prospectus also describes a Double Diplôme enabling pupils to complete both British and French examinations.
Higher Education Progression
The majority of pupils leave Chavagnes to study at leading universities in the UK and overseas. Alumni destinations include Oxford, Cambridge, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Buckingham, York, Reading and other institutions.
Gifted and Talented
Scholarships and bursaries are available at the discretion of the College's Board of Governors, reducing fees by up to 50% in cases of financial hardship or particular intellectual ability. Special choral awards are available, and the Charitable Trust may offer 100% scholarships in exceptional circumstances. Reduced fees also apply to families with multiple sons.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides spiritual development as part of daily life, with daily Mass and participation in the College's liturgical life. Regular visits to local shrines, Lourdes, and the Paris–Chartres Pentecost Pilgrimage reinforce spiritual life within the school. Guidance and counselling are available: a resident priest is available to speak to boys, and at least one other staff member with counselling training is on hand for advice and help. Each pupil is assigned a personal tutor who meets regularly to support academic progress, and a House Master is a key confidant for pastoral matters; the Matron supports younger boys, especially during homesickness. The Careers Master provides careers guidance and helps pupils prepare for university or vocational interviews.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Provision is made for English as an Additional Language for all non-native English speakers, often with one-to-one tuition. This, along with immersion in English in classes and at meal times, means that students learn English rapidly.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Guidance and counselling: a resident priest is available to speak to boys and a staff member with counselling training provides advice and help. Each pupil has a personal tutor who monitors academic progress and offers support for the curriculum, while the House Master is the main pastoral contact. The Matron assists younger boys, particularly during homesickness, and the Careers Master offers guidance on university and vocational pathways.
Safeguarding
Chavagnes International College has a moral duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. It provides a safe environment, identifies children in need, and takes appropriate action to keep them safe from harm. The College has a designated Child Protection Officer and a board member trained in safeguarding, and all staff undergo appropriate background checks; safeguarding policies are reviewed regularly to raise awareness and ensure safe practices.
Admissions
Admissions
Registration is the first step in applying for a place at Chavagnes International College. Prospective families complete the registration form. This initiates the admissions process. The next steps involve Visit and Assessment, which may include invitations for interviews and on-site visits.
Scholarships
Bursaries and scholarships are available at the discretion of the College's Board of Governors. Scholarships and bursaries can reduce fees by up to 50% in cases of financial hardship and/or particular intellectual ability. Special choral awards are available, and the Charitable Trust may offer 100% scholarships in exceptional circumstances. Reduced fees also apply to families with multiple sons attending the College.
FAQs
What curriculum does Chavagnes follow?
Chavagnes offers a classical education combining British and French curricula to support spiritual, moral, and intellectual development for secondary students.
What age range does the school serve?
Chavagnes serves students aged 11 to 18, covering secondary education from lower through upper secondary.
What type of education does the school provide?
The school provides a classical education blending British and French traditions with emphasis on spiritual, moral, and intellectual development.
