France
High School Flex • Boarding Schools
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- Age: min.12 max. 18 years old upon arrival
- Duration: 1 calendar year, 1 academic year, 1 academic semester, 1 term (12 weeks), short term (4 to 8 weeks)
- Arrival: August, November, January or March – varies depending on program duration & school (check with WEP for program dates)
- Accommodation: Boarding school or Boarding school + host family (depending on the option)
- Language: French
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How does the Boarding School program work?
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This is the ideal formula for students who do not want to live with a host family or want a little more autonomy, but still want a language and cultural immersion with local people. Participants take classes at a French high school and stay at the school’s boarding school along with other students. Depending on the type of boarding school, weekends and/or school holidays are spent with a host family. Students can also opt to return home during school vacations (depending on the program).
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For what type of student is this program a good fit?
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- Students who prefer developing a great relationship with their peers
- Students who want to know the location of their placement before enrolling
- Students who wish to return home during the major holiday periods (7-day boarders only)
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| Paris Orientation :
- Uppon arrival
- 4 days
- Culture introduction & sightseeing
- Optional
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Short Trip :
- During the program
- Disneyland, ski camp, city trips...
- Optional
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The French educational system is one of the most thorough in the world. Expectations are high towards the students. Participants will attend classes at a local lycée from Monday to Friday. Saturday classes may be allocated. French students attend mandatory lessons (French, History-Geography, foreign languages, sport...) and also take optional subjects such as arts, maths, biology... The school year runs from September to June.
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School grade/subjects guarantee
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(optional add-on) Important for students who need recognition and validation of school qualifications.
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You can chose between the two following options:
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5 days/week boarding
During the week (from Monday to Friday), the participant is a boarder (breakfast, lunch and dinner are included). During the weekends and school holidays, the participant will be hosted by a local French-speaking host family and share the family’s everyday life. Please note that some 5-day boarding school options have very limited spots available. Program start: 5-day boarding students first join the host family upon arrival in France before going to the boarding school.
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7 days/week boarding
Full board is provided all week long (breakfast, lunch and dinner are included) and the students stay at the school during the weekends to share activities together. During the school holidays, depending on the chosen school and each holiday period, the students must go home or can opt to stay in France with a local host family (Holiday pack at additional cost). Please check the information on each of the schools on the following pages. Program start: 7-day boarders usually go directly to school on the first day of the program. However, students can first join a host family if they wish to do so (extra cost may apply).
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WEP has carrefuly selected 8 boarding schools in a variety of environments that reflects the country’s rich diversity.
Scroll down to discover the details of each school.
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Espalion
Lycée Immaculée Conception
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• Boarding 5 days/week
• Boarding 7 days/week
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Immaculée-Conception boarding school is located in the Occitan part of France, at the entrance of the regional natural park of Aubrac. Being a student in Espalion means living in a town of 4.600 inhabitants, a safe place where it’s easy to practice activities.
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Why do students choose this school?
For being in a protective and safe environment with a dedicated support team.
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Masseube
Collège/Lycée La Salle Saint-Christophe
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• Boarding 5 days/week
• Boarding 7 days/week
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St-Christophe boarding school is located in south-western France, close to the Pyrenees, between the cities of Pau and Toulouse. Being a student at Masseube means living in a very friendly atmosphere, in a safe and quiet environment. This program perfectly suits students who love nature and outdoor activities.
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Why do students choose this school?
The school is located in a quiet and safe rural area. The closest town is only 1500 inhabitants.
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Angers
Lycée Saint-Benoit
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St-Benoît boarding school is located in north-western France, between the cities of Nantes and Tours, along the Loire river. Being a student in Angers means living in the heart of a very dynamic city.
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Why do students choose this school?
The school has an international outlook, and the local coordinator is at the school every day.
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Bourg-en-Bresse
Lycée Saint-Pierre
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St-Pierre boarding school is located in the center of eastern France (1h20 by train from Lyon). Being a student in Bourg-en-Bresse means living in an eco-friendly, quiet and dynamic environment. This program perfectly suits motivated students who would also like to attend extracurricular activities.
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Why do students choose this school?
For the number of activities students can attend at school or in town.
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Abondance
Collège/Lycée Sainte-Croix des Neiges
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Ste Croix des Neiges school is located in the heart of the mountains, in the French Alps, close to the cities of Annecy and Geneva (Switzerland). Experiencing a school program in Abondance means living in an area with amazing nature and lots of sports. This program perfectly suits students who love excellence and outdoor sports.
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Why do students choose this school?
Boarders can practice skiing 5 times a week during the winter season.
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Prades
Collège Saint-Joseph
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Collège St-Joseph is located in a rural area in the south of France, in the Eastern Pyrenees region. The little town is an ancient, fortified city dating back to the 9th century.
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Why do students choose this school?
Students appreciate the small size of the school, which enables the teaching staff to provide personalized support.
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Loches
Lycée Saint-Denis International School
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Saint-Denis International School is located in the well-known Loire Valley, near the towns of Tours and Blois. Studying at Saint-Denis means choosing a fine school that has been committed to the pursuit of excellence for over 160 years.
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Why do students choose this school?
Rigorous teaching, motivated teachers and educators, diversified career paths and state-of-the-art facilities enable the students to aim for excellence!
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Orchies
Lycée La Providence
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La Providence school is located in the north of France, close to the city of Lille and the border with Belgium. Founded in 1836, the school today includes general education as well as vocational studies.
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Why do students choose this school?
Students will appreciate the modernity of the classrooms and the options offered by the school.
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• Be min. 12 and max. 18 upon arrival
• Have good academic results
• Have an A2 level minimum in French
• Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability
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Included :
- boarding school enrolment
- host family screening and placement process
- accommodation and meals as described
- transfer on arrival (only for 5-days boarders)
- 24 hours emergency support
- coordinator assistance & progress reports
- mandatory orientation
- administrative costs.
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- return transportation
- local transportation
- school books
- personal expenses
- travel insurance
- passport and visa fee
- optional Paris orientation
- optional French online course.
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