Advantages of the SIA Course
— Language immersion and cultural reflection — An intercultural look at history, geography and literature in English
— Frequent contact with English speakers
— Individual monitoring and mentoring to promote team spirit and mutual support
— Typical American cultural activities organized by the teaching team with the help of students and their families
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Benefits of obtaining the BFI
— Adds value to any application for higher education in France
— Facilitates access to Anglo-Saxon universities (the BFI is supported by the American College Board, an important organization for access to higher education in the United States)
— It allows priority admission to numerous international higher studies
— Demonstrates intercultural skills and an international perspective
— Language proficiency test for the Cambridge English certification exam
Advantages of the BFI diploma
The diploma obtained at the end of the course is the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI), a reinforced version of the General Baccalauréat. This diploma includes:
- Specific exams in history-geography in English.
- Evaluations of American Language, Literature, and Civilization.
- A high coefficient in international subjects (coef. 15), which reflects their real weight in the final grade.
This official recognition appears on the diploma with the mention “American international option”, highly valued by universities and international organizations.
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Recruiting
Recruiting for the American International Section/BFI is selective.
The steps in this process are as follows:
— File Of candidacy
— Language tests in French and English of the 4 skills.
— Individual oral interviewl with the language coordinator and the International Section.
— Study of the general academic level and recommendations of teachers.
The selection committee meets to decide on each student's application In June of each year for internal requests and in September ONLY for newly enrolled students.
SIA Enrollment Conditions
— Minimum level of French (A2 primary, B1 secondary)
— Minimum level of English (A2 primary, B1 secondary)
— Good general academic level
— Recommendations from teachers
— High level of personal motivation and work capacity
— Additional monthly tuition
IMPORTANT : Enrollment in the SIA implies a commitment on the part of the student to a full academic year.
Exit conditions at SIA
— The Class Council can issue a report in case of obvious learning difficulties in both SIA and general subjects.
— The family can submit an application. This will be examined by the committee, which will issue a favorable or unfavorable opinion only in June or September.
IMPORTANT : The exit from the SIA is a pedagogical decision taken by the SIA Committee and must remain exceptional. Dismissals during the quarter will not be accepted.
Benefits of obtaining the BFI
— Adds value to any application for higher education in France
— Facilitates access to Anglo-Saxon universities (the BFI is supported by the American College Board, an important organization for access to higher education in the United States)
— It allows priority admission to numerous international higher studies
— Demonstrates intercultural skills and an international perspective
— Language proficiency test for the Cambridge English certification exam
Benefits of obtaining the BFI
— Adds value to any application for higher education in France
— Facilitates access to Anglo-Saxon universities (the BFI is supported by the American College Board, an important organization for access to higher education in the United States)
— It allows priority admission to numerous international higher studies
— Demonstrates intercultural skills and an international perspective
— Language proficiency test for the Cambridge English certification exam
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We form minds that are curious, open and prepared for the world. Trilingual education, strong values and a future without borders.
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