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France, Lyon
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The school follows the French Ministry of Education curriculum and adds bilingual immersion. The school fosters open-minded, curious and responsible citizens through a complete educational programme. A varied curriculum in science, arts and history encourages curiosity and critical thinking, with environmental projects reinforcing ecological responsibility. New technologies and creativity are central to learning, with coding and robotics and workshops such as Verbal Aïkido to develop communication, empathy and cooperation.
Artistic activities include pottery, painting and an introduction to music theory, with piano lessons through the Amadeus mini conservatory. Drama classes are taught by Anglo-Saxon teachers, and artistic exploration extends to visual arts and theatre. These activities support creative expression as part of daily learning.
Pupils experience English and French cultural customs and traditions through a broad general culture curriculum. The school achieves bilingualism with roughly half of the timetable in English, taught by English-speaking teachers to ensure total immersion. Trips to the United States or the United Kingdom broaden knowledge of English-speaking cultures.
The school provides cultural and sporting activities on site outside school hours. Nursery activities include monthly drawing competitions, musical games, rhythm and percussion, and guitar. Primary students participate in coding, swimming, climbing and museum visits, with sporting and artistic activities integral to the program.
The Parents' Association (APE) is the link between families and school management and is active in school life. The APE supports the school-family relationship by organizing events and activities for children and parents. Environmental projects form part of the educational project, reinforcing social responsibility.
Verbal Aïkido workshops develop communication, empathy and cooperation, supporting leadership and teamwork. Coding lessons, robotics and other creative technologies foster autonomy, innovation and responsible use of digital tools. Visits to English-speaking countries provide international exposure and context for leadership in a global world.
Sport plays a central role, promoting health, team spirit and mutual respect. The programme includes swimming, climbing and other physical activities, plus on-site meals prepared by a chef. The school day is designed to respect each child's rhythm and needs, with early start times and supervised after-school care to support families.
New School Lyon is a bilingual French-English school in Lyon's 8th arrondissement that follows the official French Ministry of Education curriculum. It serves pupils from TPS to CM2, with English immersion from an early age integrated into daily learning. Small class sizes enable a personalised, active teaching approach centered on thematic projects across general and scientific culture. The school environment prioritizes children's well-being and development, with spacious, soundproofed classrooms equipped with large touch screens and integrated sound systems. New premises span over 2,200 m2 and include outdoor terraces, a well-equipped canteen operated by a dietician, and dedicated spaces for cultural and sporting activities. The program blends French academic standards with robust language exposure, supported by English-speaking teachers and international trips to reinforce language and cultural understanding. Practical learning extends to coding and robotics, Verbal Aikido workshops, arts, and theatre, fostering curiosity, collaboration, and responsible digital literacy for confident global citizens.
