France, Lyon
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French is the common foundation with rigorous teaching of the French language, enriched by group projects. The school encourages multilingualism and language exposure as natural and valued. It supports language development through exchanges with English-speaking schools, English theatre, immersive activities, and related language offerings.
The school is a bilingual French-English public school in Lyon's 8th arrondissement, serving children from TPS to CM2. It follows the official French Ministry of Education curriculum while adding bilingualism and a differentiated, personalised teaching approach. English is an indispensable language in today's world, and bilingualism enables students to prepare for a successful future in their studies and their careers. Bilingual immersion from an early age is at the heart of learning.
Bilingual immersion from an early age is at the heart of learning. English and French are used in instruction, creating a bilingual learning environment from nursery onward. The program emphasizes immersive language activities and continuous English exposure throughout the learning journey.
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.