An international, alternative, middle school for growing differently
Our middle school is a living, caring, and academically rigorous learning environment, where every young person can find their purpose, progress at their own pace, and learns more about themselves thus improving their educational journey.
A bilingual and innovative school from 6th to 9th grade
Our alternative middle school welcomes students in a close-knit, forward-looking setting, preparing them for the Diplôme National du Brevet (French national certificate).
Because international openness lies at the heart of our mission, we offer two programs:
Enhanced English Program, open to all students, which includes 4 hours of sports taught in English in addition to regular English classes.
International Program, which builds on the Enhanced English pathway with 4 additional hours of English literature and Cultural studies, and 4 hours of History and Geography taught in English.
This program is accessible after a placement test and enables students to later apply for European or International sections in most French high schools. Transfers between the two programs can take place midyear, depending on the student’s motivation and language level.
In addition, students have the opportunity to prepare for and take the Cambridge English exams, with an additional fee covering registration and preparation costs.All students follow the French National Curriculum, while benefiting from an active, student-centered, pedagogical approach. Like all accredited middle schools, students can also earn the ASSR (Road Safety certificate).
Pedagogies that respect each student’s pace
Our teachers draw on engaging, cooperative, and alternative teaching methods that respond to students’ natural curiosity and need for meaning, while providing a safe environment for developing independence.
In this stimulating and respectful atmosphere every student is encouraged to take an active role in their own learning.
A focus on the human experience
Because success at school also means feeling good, our weekly schedule includes dedicated time for personal development:
- Learning methodologies: attention, focus, organization, and learning strategies
- Social-emotional skills: self-esteem, emotional regulation, stress management, communication, and cooperation
These sessions are an integral part of each student’s journey and are led by trained professionals.
Civic awareness at the heart of our mission
Our educational approach is deeply rooted in:
- Non-violent Communication (NVC)
- Self-awareness and empathy
- Cooperation rather than competition
- Trust – allowing each student to express themselves, learn from mistakes, and thrive.
An eco-friendly school linked to nature
We believe that school should nurture our bond with nature, with life, and with the world.
Our curriculum includes life sciences, ecological and civic awareness, and regular time outdoors thanks to walking access to the Ventabren plateau, a protected natural area.
We guide our students to become conscious citizens — capable of caring for themselves, others, and the planet.
Joining our international, alternative, middle-school means…
✔ Choosing rigorous teaching that respects each individual’s pace
✔ Evolving in an international, multicultural, and open-minded environment
✔ Developing lasting academic, social, and emotional skills
✔ Experiencing civic awareness, in service of a fairer and more conscious world