France, Cote-d-azur
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The Hive Academy offers the American curriculum for Grades 6–12 (ages 11–18). Small class sizes and personalized teaching create an ideal learning environment. Afternoon activities are centered on students' artistic, linguistic or sporting interests, enabling learning to extend beyond the classroom.
Sport cardio & fitness sessions with professional trainers; Pilates & Mat Work; Art & Photography (art for Grades 6–9 included in timetable with an optional 3-hour afternoon session led by Naomi); Drama & Creative Studies (Speak Easy with public speaking and debate, drama practice, and portfolio-building); Martial Arts: Boxing; Music & Choir (GUITAR with Fabio in small groups, PIANO lessons with Caterine, and Grades 6–7 choir); Languages (Spanish, Italian, Extra-French, Chinese & Japanese) taught by native-speaking teachers, with two 1-hour sessions per week in level-based groups and exam options (DELE, HSK, CILS, DELF, AP).
The Hive Academy offers the American curriculum for Grades 6–12 (ages 11–18). French classes are integrated into the core curriculum and all other classes are taught in English. The school is affiliated with the United States and functions as an AP Test Center, supporting Advanced Placement coursework and examinations on campus. Classes are small, with 12–14 students per class, enabling personalized teaching and frequent feedback. In the afternoon, students pursue activities aligned with their artistic, linguistic, or sporting interests, extending learning beyond the traditional timetable. A diverse community reflects 49 countries represented among students and staff. Native-speaking teachers deliver languages, including Spanish, Italian, extra-French, Chinese and Japanese, with exam options such as DELE, HSK, CILS, DELF, and AP. The Hive Academy emphasizes relevance through community involvement and family partnerships, fostering leadership, respect, and responsibility in daily life. The school supports AP coursework and performance-based experiences through its extracurricular program.