France, Paris
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Languages provided: English and French. The school is described as bilingual. English language learning is reinforced through immersion from preschool onward.
The school is bilingual, offering English and French. English immersion begins in preschool and continues through the primary years, with English integrated into everyday lessons. The program encompasses preschool and primary education and extends into the secondary program.
English immersion starts in preschool. The primary levels continue the immersion approach, using English in classroom activities. Vacation Club sessions during holidays immerse children in English, ages 3 to 10.
Living School is a private preschool, primary, and secondary school in Paris with a France affiliation. It offers Cambridge Curriculum for Primary and Secondary levels alongside a French Curriculum, serving ages 2 to 15. The school operates from two campuses near Parc des Buttes Chaumont: the main Georges Auric site and the Darius Milhaud site; CM1/CM2 and collège are at 93 Bis Rue Manin. Bilingual education begins in kindergarten with 50% English instruction through total immersion, supported by native English-speaking teachers for at least half the day. Curricula align with CEFR standards and Cambridge frameworks, and pedagogy emphasizes savoir-être and eco-citizenship to support holistic development. Students lead annual projects for the planet—sponsoring endangered species, reforestation, tree planting, aid to the homeless, and creating awareness songs and films. Green facilities use hemp insulation, organic paint, cork insulation, natural linoleum, and low-energy lighting; recess occurs in Parc des Buttes Chaumont under supervision.