ECOLE PRIVEE BILINGUE INTERNATIONALE … PRIVEE BILINGUE INTERNATIONALE Domaine de Massane. 34670. BAILLARGUES Tél. : (33) 467 707 844 Fax: (33) 467 707 846 Mail: [email protected] Web:

ECOLE PRIVEE BILINGUE INTERNATIONALE Domaine de Massane. 34670. BAILLARGUES

Tél. : (33) 467 707 844 Fax: (33) 467 707 846 Mail: [email protected] Web:www.epbi.org RC B389043423

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ECOLE PRIVEE BILINGUE INTERNATIONALE

BROCHURE 2016 - 2017

INDEX

Location P. 2 The school P. 3 Specifics P. 4 International Baccalaureate P. 6 School Year Correlation P. 8 Kindergarten P. 9 Primary P. 10 Middle School P. 11 General Lycée or Sixth Form P. 12 International Lycée P. 15 Language Exams P. 20 School Activities P. 22 School Outings and Trips P. 23 Practical Information P. 24 Fees P. 26 The canteen P. 30 Parent – School Relation P. 31 Cinema AV option P. 32



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Location

Access By road The A9 motorway, Exit 28 Vendargues – Baillargues (10 minutes away from Montpellier). Follow the signs to Baillargues. As you get to the entrance to Baillargues, take the first right at the traffic lights. At the Ingrid Bétancourt roundabout, take the first road, go across the level crossing and go straight on. Keep going in the same direction towards the Massane Golf Club.

Once you have gone passed the Golf Club gate, go straight on as far as you can go, towards the large car park where you will find the school on your right.

By train

Baillargues Train Station is 8 minutes away from Montpellier town centre by train. The school is 300 meters (5 minutes on foot) from the TER Baillargues train station.

By plane

The nearest airport is Montpellier Méditerranée which is 12 kilometres away from Baillargues..

Located in Baillargues, a small village 10 minutes from Montpellier by the A9 Motorway, the International Bilingual School has been established in a 17th century estate surrounded by 120 hectares of grass on the Golf course of Montpellier-Massane.



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The school

Created in 1988 (with full official approval from the State*), it caters for pupils at the Kinder, Primary and Secondary levels in accordance with the National Education Curriculum.

From September, the International Bilingual School, which is going through accreditation at the moment to be an IB World School, will be offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The EPBI offers a bilingual education (French/English) to all its students, from the youngest child in kindergarten (3 years old) up to those doing the Baccalaureate (The French National Education Graduation) in a multinational environment.

The active pedagogy and the implemented ways of teaching allow every pupil to develop their sense of creativity early and this also enables the students to become independent thinkers and future responsible citizens of the world. This international awareness is increased by the wide opening the school has on the world. The EPBI welcomes students from many different backgrounds: – There are French students whose parents want their children to have a bilingual education. – There are French students who have returned from a stay abroad (a long or a short one) – There are students from many different nationalities (British, American, Australian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese …) – There are students who have completed a part of their schooling in a European School, a French Lycée or an International School. Directrice pédagogique de l’EPBI Headmistress Dorothée LEBAILLIF Administrative Director Jean-Marc LEBAILLIF Head of studies Kindergarten & Primary: Dorothée LEBAILLIF Head of studies Middle school & High school Stéphane MAZEL Head of the Languages Department Helen THIRTLE – LEOTARD International Baccalaureate Coordinator Alexandra DAVID

(*) for CM1-CM2



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Specifics

The objectives of the school

We wish to encourage the development of each student’s personality and potential by helping them to think in a creative manner, to argue in a critical way and be open minded in their learning and their approach towards all different cultures.

We want the students to reach an excellent level in at least two languages (French and English) so that they can build inter-cultural relationships with others from diverse nationalities.

We aim to transmit a high level of knowledge, understanding and skills to the students which will enable them to study anywhere in the world.

We would like all our students to develop their sense of self-respect and respect of others which will allow them to become wise and responsible citizens of the world.

Strong points

▪ Becoming bilingual in both French and English: learning, oral communication and written work in both languages.

▪ A unique education structure. ▪ Small classes. ▪ An international environment:

- We welcome foreign students who do not speak french in Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary: the size of the teaching body and the size of the school allow the teachers - We welcome french speakers, bilingual and non-bilingual students in Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary school. International students represent between 15% and 20% of our pupils, added to these students, there are also french speakers who have returned to France after having lived and studied abroad.

▪ Languages are taught by qualified native speakers. ▪ The programme:

Kindergarten and Primary: bilingual French and English College: 2 programmes - bilingual English and French. - european. Lycée: european.

▪ School trips abroad. ▪ The spacious and safe environment of the school. ▪ The beautiful green surrounds of the Montpellier Massane Golf Club.

All these particular advantages are real assets for these students who join the EPBI.



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The School Philosophy EPBI is a demanding and ambitious school offering the road to success to each pupil. Pupils are at the heart of our teaching philosophy. We are extremely attached to our bilingualism, and even multilingualism here which supports the opportunity of a world education. Teaching based on academic skills which develops cognitive skills is paramount. However, these skills alone are not sufficient for an international education. Therefore, affective and meta-cognitive skills are actively developed in order to favour creative thinking and a critical mind. Academic skills, as well as thinking, communication, social and research skills are extremely important too.

Teaching is based on the understanding of concepts, boosted by research and group work in both local and world contexts.

Our values :

-‐ Creative and critical thinking, -‐ Rigour and personal fullfilment, -‐ Respect and tolerance.



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The International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Progamme offers a stimulating and high quality education as well as international reality awareness to pupils between the ages of 16 and 19.

Since 2013, the International Bilingual School, along with its educational management and the teaching team has been working to become an IB World School. Since September, 2014, the International Bilingual School is “an IB Candidate School” with the aim of teaching the IB Diploma. The International Bilingual School wishes to start teaching the IB Diploma Programme from September, 2016. The objectives of the EPBI are to:

-‐ Favour the development of the personality and the potential of every pupil by helping them to think in a creative way, to argue in a critical way and to be open to learning and to various cultures.

-‐ Give excellent skills to all pupils in at least 2 languages (French and English) which will enable them to build intercultural relations with others, whatever their nationality.

-‐ Promulgate a level of knowledge, skills and understanding allowing them to study all over the world. -‐ Encourage students to develop a sense of self-respect and respect for others and to allow each pupil to become

a respectful and responsible citizen of the world. In the sixth form (15-18 years), students integrate an IB “2nde” class, followed by the final two years, 11th Grade or Year 12 and 12th Grade or Year 13, doing the IB Diploma Programme. The IB programmes are based on various international ideas and best practices.

These programmes initiate international awareness and encourage greater thinking beyond the immediate local environment.

The IB offers a greater-developed programme encouraging learners to enhance their intellectual curiosity, knowledge, awareness and determination to succeed.



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The IB programmes are successful throughout the world because :

- the learner is at the centre of all teaching ; - they develop efficient teaching methods and learning skills ; - different world contexts are integrated into the course to help learners open up to different languages and cultures ; - they explore significant content by developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary understanding responding to

rigorous international benchmarks. The IB Diploma programme is balanced and rigorous

It helps to develop the intellectual, social and emotional well-being of the students and is recognised by the best universities worldwide.

All the IB programmes, including the IB diploma programme, stress the importance of learner development, which conforms to the qualities presented in the IB learner profile.

The IB learner profile describes a wide range of far-reaching aptitudes and human responsibilities. These qualities involve commitment towards helping all members of the entire school community to respect themselves, each other and the whole world they live in.

Learners must also be inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, carers, risk takers, balanced and reflective.

The teaching of the IB Diploma Programme at the International Bilingual School is based on the following educational principles :

-‐ research,

-‐ conceptual understanding,

-‐ local and international contexts,

-‐ team work,

-‐ formative and summative assessment.



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Exams Brevet des Collèges Baccalauréat S Baccalauréat ES International Baccalaureate Cambridge University Exams: KET, PET, FCE, CAE, YLE DELE ZD, ZMP

School Year Correlation

Year of birth

French English Japan India USA

2013 Petite Section

Nursery K1 Nursery Nursery

2012 Moyenne Section

Reception K2 Lower K Pre-Kindergarten

2011 Grande Section

Year 1 K3 Upper K Kindergarten

2010 Cours Préparatoire

Year 2 Grade 1 Std. 1 1st grade

2009 Cours Elémentaire 1ère année

Year 3 Grade 2 Std. 2 2nd grade

2008 Cours Elémentaire 2ème année

Year 4 Grade 3 Std. 3 3rd grade

2007 Cours Moyen 1ère

année

Year 5 Grade 4 Std. 4 4th grade

2006 Cours Moyen

2ème année

Year 6 Grade 5 Std. 5 5th grade

2005 6ème Year 7 Grade 6 Std. 6 6th grade 2004 5ème Year 8 Grade 1 Std. 7 7th grade 2003 4ème Year 9 Grade 2 Std. 8 8th grade 2002 3ème Year 10 Grade 3 Std. 9 9th grade, 2001 Seconde Year 11 Grade 1 Std. 10 10th grade 2000 Première Year 12 Grade 2 Std. 11 11th grade 1999 Terminale Year 13 Grade 3 Std. 12 12th grade



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Kindergarten PS (Petite Section) – MS (Moyenne Section) – GS (Grande Section)

Admission conditions

Each child with his/her family comes for a pre-arranged appointment at the school. Children can join a class once they have turned 2.

The educational organization There are 3 levels in kindergarten: Petite Section for 3 year olds, Moyenne Section for 4 year olds and Grande Section for 5 year olds.Generally speaking, pupils join the class best suited to their stage of development. In kindergarten, we offer an early start to learning both French and English in equal portions, and all the classes are held in total immersion conditions. This is remarkably beneficial for the students not only linguistically but also cognitively.

This early learning is based principally on expression, focusing mainly on listening and oral activities. Our students evolve in an environment which stimulates them through interaction, by playing with other students and through games. The children develop their autonomy, their self-confidence, their self-respect and respect for others. We encourage curiosity and the taking of initiative. The educational team is composed of both native English and French speaking teachers.Each teacher is accompanied by a kindergarten assistant at all times. During this period when verbal communication is favoured, the kindergarten classes have the most simple yet effective methods of learning

Petite Section the children will be totally immersed in English. The kindergarten teacher, a native English speaker, will help them develop their creative capacities for learning. In the classroom, at break time, in the canteen, they will talk, listen and sing in English.

Moyenne Section and Grande Section The students are in immersion on alternate days. - They study early learning subjects in English with a native speaking teacher. - They study French for Mathematics and French with a native speaking teacher.

According to their ages, activities such as psychomotricity and baby tennis are practised each week.



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Primary School CP (Cours Préparatoire) CE1 (Cours Elémentaire 1ère année) CE2 (Cours Elémentaire 2ème année) CM1 (Cours Moyen 1ère année) – CM2 (Cours Moyen 2ème année)

The bilingual primary school is under a contract with the gouvernment for CM1 & CM2, and controlled by the National Ministry of Education.

Admission conditions

In order to be admitted into primary school, an appointment with the child and family must be set up with the Head of Studies. School reports from previous years of Primary will be required.

The educational organization

The students will have their classes divided into two, half in English and half in French. - French and Maths will be taught in French. Subjects such as History, Geography, Biology, English Grammar & Literature will be taught in English.

The teachers are anglophones or francophones, depending on the respective subjects.

! Introductory Spanish is started in the first year of Primary.

! Introductory German is started in CM1. Sports are taught by the Sports teacher. According to the class, swimming, golf and tennis are practised each week. The french students from CE1 to CM2 who are not bilingual will have the benefit of the obligatory supplementary lessons given in English or French for their first year.

Each student progress and development will be followed throughout his/her scolarity.



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Middle School : le Collège 6ème - 5ème - 4ème - 3ème

The Secondary School or « Collège » prepares pupils for the National « Brevet » Diploma and leads on to the General Sixth Form or « Lycée » for the S (Scientific) Baccalaureate or ES (Economics and Social Sciences) Baccalaureate, or leads on to the prepartory year for the IB Diploma Programme. Conditions of admission Years 7 to 10, or 6th to 9th Grade, (6ème to 3ème) are open to all bilingual and non bilingual. A compulsory meeting is held with each family and pupil before admission confirmed. All previous school reports are necessary and are analysed thoroughly. Teaching organisation - limited number of pupils per class. - after-school study period . - intensive communication between the pupil-family and teaching staff. Weekly assessment for every subject : - 2 DS (weekly tests) of 1 hour for the 6ème and 5ème. - 1 DS (weekly test) of 2 hours for the 4ème and 3ème. - 3 mock Brevet exams for the 3ème.

2 programmes are available:

A bilingual section for native-speaking English pupils. The foundation classes, Mathematics, French, Physics and Chemistry are taught in French

Biology, History, Geography and Civics are all taught in English. The languages:

▪ Advanced English ▪ English literature ▪ + a second language (Spanish,German or Chinese) ▪ + the possibility of a third language (after an education board agreement) ▪ + French as a Foreign Language

A european section for pupils who are not native-speakers of English. All the classes are taught in French.

Languages:

▪ English literature ▪ + a second language (Spanish,German or Chinese) ▪ + the possibility of a third language (after an education board agreement). ▪ + French as a Foreign Language



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The General Sixth Form or Lycée General 2nde, 1ère Scientific (S) , 1ère Economics and Social Sciences (ES), Terminale S and Terminale ES Conditions of admission The Sixth Form classes, Seconde through to Terminale are open to all bilingual and non bilingual pupils. A compulsory meeting is held with each family and pupil before admission confirmed. All previous school reports are necessary and are analysed thoroughly. - limited number of pupils per class. - after-school study period . - intensive communication between the pupil-family and teaching staff. Students in the Lycee follow a regular and progressive preparation. - 3 mock baccalaureate exams (both written and oral) - regular written tests (DS) in exam conditions: - 3 x 2 hour long DS a week in Seconde - 1 x 4 hour long DS a week in Première and Terminale

The official programme 2nde Générale Core subjects studied together

French History & Geography Modern languages 1 & 2 Mathematics Physics & Chemistry SVT (Biology & Geology) Physical Education Civic Education Personalised Study

Personalised support Enseignements d'exploration (exploring future study options): - Economic & social sciences - Scientific practices & methods

An optional course : cinema



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Première générale ES Core subjects studied together - French - History & Geography - Modern Languages 1 & 2 - Physical Education - Civic Education

Specialised subjects - Mathematics - Sciences - Social Economics Personalised support - Personalised assistance, learning how to study in depth, gain in autonomy and choose study options.

TPE: Supervised Personal Project task TPEs are still on the programme and are assessed and included in the final baccalaureate An optional course : cinema

Première générale S Core subjects studied together - French - History & Geography - Modern languages 1 & 2 - Physical Education

Specialised subjects - Mathematics - Physics & Chemistry - Biology & Geology

Personalised support - Personalised assistance, learning how to study in depth, gain in autonomy and choose study options.

TPE: Supervised Personal Project task TPEs are still on the programme and are assessed and included in the final baccalaureate An optional course : cinema

Terminale ES Core subjects studied together - Modern languages 1 & 2 - Physical Education

Specialised subjects - Philosophy - History & Geography - Mathematics - Social Economics

Enseignement de spécialité au choix (one subject to be studied in depth) - Mathematics, in depth economics

Personalised support - Personalized help, in depth studying,etc...based on the main subjects of a students specific branch.


Terminale S Core subjects studied together - Modern languages 1 & 2 - Physical Education

Specialised subjects - Philosophy - Mathematics - Physics & Chemistry - Biology & Geology

Enseignement de spécialité au choix (one subject to be studied in depth) - Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry, Biology & Geology Personalised support - Personalized help, in depth studying,etc...based on the main subjects of a students specific branch.




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The General Baccalaureate Bac S, Bac ES

The General Baccalaureate enables students to study in higher education establishments. During the whole of their exam preparation, the students from S and ES receive personalised assistance;the small classes allow the well-qualified teaching staff to efficiently help each student in their work. Successful candidates for the S & ES Baccalaureates: last session (2015)…100 % To their results we would also add numerous distinctions (session 2015:

70 %) as well as excellent student files that our graduates used to help them get into the prestigious preparatory classes which prepare students for France’s highest post baccalaureate colleges.

The General Baccalaureate accompanied by a Cambridge Language Certificate such as the FCE or the CAE opens the door to studies abroad.



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The International Sixth Form or “Lycée International ” 2nde IB (Year 11 or 10th grade) 1st year IB (Year 12 or 11th grade), 2nd year IB (Year 13 or 12th grade)

The International Baccalaureate International (IB) Study Programme

The diploma programme is made up of six subject groups and a DP common core. The teaching languages in the different subject groups (group 3 to 6) are English or French depending on the linguistic profile of the learner.

Bilingual learners can study one of their subjects in group 3 or 4 in a different language to that in group 1.

The study programme is made up of six subject groups and the common core.

The Common Core, which is made up of three parts, aims to broaden the learner’s educational experience and to encourage them to apply this knowledge and skill later.

Theory of Knowledge (TOK), which helps students to think about the nature of knowledge and to examine how we know what we claim to know. The Dissertation, allows learners to carry out personal and independent research ending in a written dissertation of 4000 words. The Creativity, Action, Service Programme, which allows learners to accomplish a project made up of these three concepts.

Thanks to this common core of the diploma programme, learners think about the nature of knowledge, carry out independent research and project work which often involve some sort of community service.

The Six Subject Groups

▪ Group 1 : Studies in Language and Literature ▪ Group 2 : Language Acquisition ▪ Group 3 : Individuals et Societies ▪ Group 4 : Sciences ▪ Group 5 : Mathematics ▪ Group 6 : Arts

Different subjects are offered in each group.



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IB Prep Year or « Seconde » IB (Year 11 / 10th Grade)

The programme in the IB Prep Year is the following :

The Common Core

- Theory of Knowledge (TOK) in French and in English.

- The extended essay : initiation to the methodology and written work of 1500 words.

- CAS Programme (Creativity, Activity and Services) : project based on 3 concepts.

The 6 subject groups

Group 1 et 2 : Languages

- French : language and et literature

- English : language and et literature

Group 3 : individuals and society

- Business and Management in English

- History in French

Group 4 : Sciences

- Chemistry in English and in French

- Biology in French

Group 5 : Maths in English and in French

Group 6 : Cinema in French

Sport

D.S. (Tests) : IB assessment



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1st Year IB Diploma Programme (Year12 / 11th grade) 2nd Year IB Diploma Programme (Year 13 / 12th grade)

Choice of subjects in the IB Diploma Programme

IB Diploma students choose a subject from the frist 5 groups and an extra subject from either group 6 (The Arts) or a second subject from either groups 1 to 4.

Certain subjects will be studied at Higher level (HL), whereas others will be at Standard Level (SL).

HL and SL courses differ in scope but are measured according to the same grade descriptors.

However, students at HL are expected to demonstrate a greater body of knowledge, understanding and skills at this higher level. Each student must take at least three (but no more than four) subjects at higher level, and the remaining at standard level.

Standard level subjects require 150 teaching hours whereas the higher level are comprised of 240 hours.

Group 1 : Literature Studies

In group 1, students study literature, especially translated literacy works. Students take their studies in a language in which they are academically competent.

Through each course in group 1, students are able to develop:

• a personal appreciation of language and literature • skills in literary criticism using a range of texts from different periods, styles and genres • an understanding of the formal, stylistic and aesthetic qualities of texts • strong powers of expression, both written and oral • an appreciation of cultural differences in perspective

Through studies in language and literature, the DP aims to develop a student's lifelong interest in language and literature, and a love for the elegance and richness of human expression.

Group 2 : Language Acquisition

The main emphasis of the modern language courses is on the acquisition and use of language in a range of contexts and for different purposes while, at the same time, promoting an understanding of another culture through the study of its language.

Language B (SL and HL) : French, English or German

Language B Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) are language acquisition courses for students with some previous experience of learning the language.

While studying the language, students also explore the culture(s) connected with it.

Higher and standard levels are differentiated by the recommended teaching hours, the depth of syllabus coverage, the required study or literature at HL, and the level of difficulty and requirements of the assessment tasks and criteria.

The range of purposes and situations for using language in the language B courses extends well beyond those for language ab initio.

The course is organised into themes. Three core themes are required: communication and media, global issues, and social relationships. In addition, at both HL and SL, teachers select two more themes from five options provided.

Finally, two works of literature are studied at HL only.



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Group 3 : Individuals and Societies

Subjects available are:

• Business and Management in English or French,

• History in English or French.

Studying any one of these subjects provides for the development of a critical appreciation of:

• human experience and behaviour

• the varieties of physical, economic and social environments that people inhabit

• the history of social and cultural institutions.

In addition, each subject is designed to foster in students the capacity to identify, to analyse critically and to evaluate theories, concepts and arguments relating to the nature and activities of individuals and societies.

o Business and management

The business management course is designed to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of business management theories, as well as their ability to apply a range of tools and techniques.

Students learn to analyse, discuss and evaluate business activities at local, national and international levels.

The course covers a range of organisations from all sectors, as well as the socio-cultural and economic contexts in which those organisations operate.

The course covers the key characteristics of business organisation and environment and the business functions of human resource management, finance and accounts, marketing and operations management.

o History

The Diploma Programme history course aims to promote an understanding of history as a discipline, including the nature and diversity of its sources, methods and interpretations. It also helps students to gain a better understanding of the present through critical reflection upon the past. The IB Diploma History course provides both structure and flexibility, fostering an understanding of major historical events in a global context. It requires students to make comparisons between similar and dissimilar solutions to common human situations, whether they be political, economic or social. It invites comparisons between, but not judgments of, different cultures, political systems and national traditions. It also requires the development of critical thinking and understanding of the multiple interpretations of history.

Group 4 : Sciences

Two subjects are offered in this group :

Biology in French, Chemistry in English.

Students study concepts, theories, models and techniques which underlie each subject and therefore deepen their understanding of scientific methodology. The compulsory project encourages students to appreciate the environmental, social and ethical implications of science. This interdisciplinary exercise is carried out as group work. It allows students the possibility to explore scientific solutions to world problems.



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Group 5 : Maths

Two courses in Mathematics are available: Mathematics at SL and HL in English and French.

These two courses serve to accommodate the range of needs, interests and abilities of students, and to fulfil the requirements of various university and career aspirations.

The aims of these courses are to enable students to:

develop mathematical knowledge, concepts and principles; develop logical, critical and creative thinking; employ and refine their powers of abstraction and generalisation. Students are also encouraged to appreciate the international dimensions of Mathematics and the multiplicity of its cultural and historical perspectives. Group 6 : The Arts

The following subject is available to students in French at higher level or standard level and at SL in English: Cinema

The subjects in the Arts allow a high degree of adaptability to different cultural contexts. The emphasis is on creativity in the context of disciplined, practical research into the relevant genres. In addition, each subject is designed to foster critical, reflective and informed practice, help students understand the dynamic and changing nature of the arts, explore the diversity of arts across time, place and cultures, and express themselves with confidence and competence.

D.S. (Tests) : IB Assessment



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Cambridge University Exams KET, PET, FCE, CAE, YLE

Cambridge exams are well known in the French Academic environment and in the professional one. They are representative of a reliable English level and are recognized internationally. Exam centers are controlled in France by the Cambridge Examinations Officer (CEO).

Certification preparation: specific preparation for exams according to level and age of each pupil.

YLE (Young Learners English test/Starters-Movers-Flyers) for Primary School pupils There are three levels: Starters, Movers (A1*), Flyers (A2*) Objectives of these tests: - to test the use of English in a precise and fair way. - to present a positive first impression of exams at an international level. - to promote efficient teaching and knowledge. - to encourage future teaching and knowledge.

KET (Key English Test) (A2*) The first level of the Cambridge University examinations is the KET. This exam validates a pre-intermediate level of English and represents the first step towards higher level recognition for students wanting to progress to the Preliminary English Test (PET). PET (Preliminary English Test) (B1*) This exam, corresponding to an intermediate level, allows validation of English which will allow you to “get by” in any everyday situation. This is the “threshold” level which is defined by the Council of Europe.

FCE (First Certificate in English) (B2*) This exam corresponds to an upper-intermediate level, internationally recognised in business, trade and industry. Related fields of work include: PR, Bilingual or Trilingual Secretary, Personal Assistant, International Trade, Hotel and Tourism, Banking, Transport, Travel Agents, International Airlines, Embassy work, Interpreting and Translating, IT, EU organisations, etc. ...

CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) (C1*) The CAE is an advanced level of English which is a lot higher and demanding than the FCE. The CAE consists of real English and validates an advanced English level for learners wishing to use the language in a professional context. This exam is usually taken at the end of very high level studies. Related fields of work include: PR, Bilingual or Trilingual Secretary, Personal Assistant, International Trade, Hotel and Tourism, Banking, Transport, Travel Agents, International Airlines, Embassy work, Interpreting and Translating, IT, EU organisations, etc. ...

(*) Common European Framework Reference of Languages (CEFR)

The International Bilingual School is an official training and examination centre for

Cambridge ESOL.



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Other exams

DELE

The DELE ( Spanish as a foreign language) attests the degree of competence a student has for the Spanish language. It is for people living in a country where Spanish is not the mother tongue. These diplomas are recognised not only by official bodies that are established in Spanish speaking countries but also by companies, teaching bodies and universities throughtout the world.

ZD, ZMP

The ZD (Zertifikat Deutsch) is considered to be a good attestation of a knowledge of basic written and spoken German taking into account both comprehension as well as expression. The ZMP (Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung) attests a very advanced levl of written and spoken German. Having this certificate means that in numerous universities, students are exempt from passing a language entrance exam. The ZD & the ZMP are recognised throughtout the world by companies and numerous German universities as an « Entrance Pass ».



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School activities

Depending on the curriculum of each class, we organize activities such as tennis, golf… Psychomotricity for the 2 to 4 This type of physical exercise is specially designed for two to four year olds and contributes to his/her physical sensory, emotional and intellectual development. It’s the time for exploring, for expressing oneself, for behaving in a familiar environment at first and then little by little less habitual ones. Yoga for 4 - 5 year olds Yoga in the Nursery School allows children to discover their bodies, but also to manage their emotions and fatigue and to be more aware of themselves and others. Tennis from CP to 4eme Playing tennis means respecting your opponent, respecting yourself and those who ensure that the rules are applied. Golf from CM1 to 5eme

This sport instils patience, concentration and perseverance into the students. The lessons are given by golf coaches.

External actors We invite speakers to the school, artists, lecturers, storytellers etc… They also enrich the contents of a years schooling. School outings There are school outings such as going to a concert at the Opera House in Montpellier, a visit to the Space Adventure Park in Toulouse, museums, seeing a play in English in a theatre, visiting the salt marsh in Aigues-Mortes, the medieval city of Carcassonne, the international mediterranean film festival, the dinosaur park in Meze…



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Discovery classes @ trips abroad Each year, the pupils from Moyenne Section & Grande Section in Kindergarten and Cours Préparatoire who wish to participate, can go on a five day discovery trip with their teachers. Mini – school trips

Outings and cultural trips are fully integrated into our project: Cité de l’Espace (Space City in Toulouse), Palais de la Découverte and Cité des Sciences in Paris, Futuroscope in Poitiers...

Discovery trips This educational trip is a privileged moment in the school year. During the outing, a real relationship is built up between the children and the adults, the hierarchy changes and a new set of moral values is installed. This trip is based on new experiences and an unknown living environment, on discoveries and doing new activities such as being on a farm,in a garden, learning about astronomy, working with ponies, learning about nature and participating in workshops such as bread-making, jam-making, learning about the flora and the fauna in the area, learning how to make a herbarium. These outings give a sense to what learning is about and act as springboard for acquiring new skills.These educational field trips are the successful conclusion to an educational project, but it also marks the start of new initiatives.

School trips abroad Since the school opened, the Private International Bilingual School has organized a two-week trip abroad. This is an optional trip, set up for students in the classes CE2 To Terminale. It is planned very carefully within the educational framework of the school.

The pupils, supervised by members of the teaching staff, discover different cultures whilst visiting the different english speaking destinations such as the USA, Canada, but also nearer countries such as Malta.



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School hours

SCHOOL Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 7.45 am to 6.00 pm Wednesday 7.45 am to 3.00 pm

OFFICE Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 7.45 am to 6.00 pm Wednesday 7.45 am to 11.45 pm

CLASSES Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday Kindergarten --> PS 9.00 am to 11.30 pm

12.45 am to 4.30 pm Kindergarten --> MS & GS 8.45 am to 11.30 pm

12.45 am to 4.30 pm Primary school 8.45 am to 12.15 pm

1.15 pm to 4.30 pm Middle school & High school Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

8.30 am to 12.30 pm 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm /6.00 pm

Middle school & High school Wednesday

8.30 am to 12.30 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm

Access to the school is strictly reserved to the people authorized to be there. They must ring the interphone to request that the gate be opened. Outside arrival and departure hours, the students are entirely under their parents responsibility.

Communication between the parents and the school Any exchange you may wish to have with the school can be done electronically: - [email protected] for personal matters concerning parent/children/school matters. - www.cleebi.com for general information concerning time-tables, weekly tests outings and so on. - www.noteebi.fr to consult your child’s (children’s) marks, see the report card and absences.

Meals

We cater for lunchtime meals on a daily basis (Appendix/page 30)

Study time / Childcare

Kinder/Primary: study time or childcare starts from 4.45 pm. Childcare : provided during school hours before and after class time. Study time: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4.45 pm to 5.30 pm with a primary school teacher. Secondary school: study time: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4.45 pm to 6.00 pm with a secondary school teacher.

! Study time is for children registered for this option on a yearly basis . An invoice for occasional after school study will be sent at the end of each month and costs 10 euro a day (The bill should be settled when it is received).



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School calendar

Starting date for the next

school year

Kindergarten & Primary school Thursday, September 1st, 2016 Middle school Friday, September 2nd, 2016 High school Monday, September 5th, 2016

All Saints day holidays From October 19th, 2016 To November 3rd, 2016

Christmas From December 16th, 2016 To January 3rd, 2017

Winter From February 3rd, 2017 To February 20th, 2017

Spring From March 31th, 2017 To April 18th, 2017

Summer holidays From July 7th, 2017



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Fees

Admission fees

School fees The following fees are net, for the school year 2016/2017

KINDERGARTEN – PRIMARY – MIDDLE SCHOOL

OPTIONS

(*)French as a foreign language (**)Extra English classes for beginners

New inscriptions Entrance fee/ Enrolment fee/ Administrative fee 750 €

Classes Status Fees Individual Enterprise

KINDERGARTEN

Petite Section Moyenne Section Grande Section

Meals at home

6020 €

7800 €

Canteen meals 7000 € 8780 €

Lunch Box meals 6530 € 8310 €

PRIMARY

Cours Préparatoire CE1 – CE2

CM1 – CM2

Meals at home

6020 €

7800 €



MIDDLE SCHOOL

6ème - 5ème - 4ème - 3ème

Meals at home 6450 € 8300 €



Yearly fees Options Classes Amounts F.L.E. * CE1 to 3ème 800 €

Adaptation** CE1 to CM2 Study CP to 3ème 650 €



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HIGH SCHOOL

OPTIONS *

(*) Non IB studies (**) Indicative Fees

National Baccalaureate

Classes Status Fees Individual Enterprise

2nde Générale 1ère S – 1ère ES Terminale S

Terminale ES

Meals at home

6450 €

8300 €

Canteen meals 7700 €

9950 €

Lunch Box meals

6960 € 6960 €

FLE

Amounts 800 €

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Classes

Status

Fees Individual Enterprise

2nde IB (10th grade)

1ère année DP (11th grade)

2ème année DP (12th grade)

Meals at home

13600 €

17600 €

Canteen meals

14860 €

18860 €

Lunch Box meals

14110 €

18110 €

International Baccalaureate Admissions Fees 650 € **

Application to American Universities

(1 to 5 applications) 1500 €

Extra application 160 €

Application to British Universities 600 €



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Generalities

1 Enrolment procedures

A meeting between the parents / students with the

school supervisor

"

Creation of the inscription file

"

Education admissions committee

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School contract

The present contract refers to the whole of the school year 2016 - 2017. In case of arrival or departure of a student during the school year, enrolment is possible with a partial contract, depending on availability, including specific fees.

2 Means of payment

Upon signing the contract :

- A cheque for 750 €* for enrollment costs, made out to the EBI - A deposit cheque * - A cheque ** for the first installment including the 7% discount for early payment. In case of absence of a cheque or SEPA authorisation, the remaining school fees (without the 7% discount) must be paid in full by 10/09/2016 at the latest. Payment failure will lead to suspension of services. --> If the schools fees are paid for by a company / employer, all cheques ** given at the moment of admissions (admission fees, deposit, remaining amount) are kept by the school as payment security (not cashed in) until the corrresponding payments are made by bank transfer. Reductions Reductions in school fees are given for :

- Registration of several children of a same family (same filiation) 1st child: normal rate 2nd child…………...…..: - 10 % 3rd child and above........: - 20 %

- In the case of cash payment before 01/09/2016 the school applies a 7% discount on the balance.

Payment

The school fees can be paid by cheque, in cash (up to 1000 €), by bank transfer or by direct debit. Cards are not accepted.

Invoices

Invoices are necessarily made out in the name of the financial guarantor who signed the school contract. If the fees are paid by a company or a financial administrator, the bills will be made out in their name

(*) or bank transfer (**) or SEPA monthly direct debit agreement



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Financial plan

At the time of enrolment, parents have the possibility of paying school fees 3 in two, three or eight

installments according to the defined conditions hereafter:

Balance Administrative costs Due dates (d/m/y) 2 installments

35 € / installment

01/09/2016 – 01/02/2017 3 installments 01/09/2016 – 01/12/2016

01/03/2017 8 installments 01/09/2016 – 03/10/2016

03/11/2016 – 01/12/2016 03/01/2017 – 01/02/2017 01/03/2017 – 03/04/2017

Late enrollments

As the legal withdrawal period is seven days, a student can only enter the school on the 8th day after the signature of the school contract (under the condition of a favorable response from the education committee). However, this withdrawal period can be brought down to three days if put in writing by the financial guarantor (article L.311-24 consumer’s code). 3 Diverse expenses All outings, school trips, books, school material, exams, class photos are payable in advance. Doctor: upon receipt of the bill.

(3) by SEPA monthly direct debit agreement (4) Apart from partial tuition contracts



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Appendix ___________________________________________________________________________

Canteen

General Information Canteen meals Canteen meals are delivered by a catering firm, refrigerated at +3° C and reheated on the premises. The list of dishes served, varied and adapted to the season, is drawn up each week. Rules and guidelines regarding nutritional requirements are taken into consideration when preparing dishes. Meals are nevertheless typical of those served in French family settings. BIO: an organic meal (hors d’oeuvre, main dish, cheese and dessert) is served once a week. For those suffering from allergies or having to follow special diets, lunch box meals are recommended, the school canteen being limited in its capacity to serve meals ‘à la carte’. Lunch Box Meals Lunch box meals (home-prepared lunches) can be left each morning at the school in a basket provided specifically for this purpose. They are served at noon just like regular school meals (“canteen meals”) after being reheated in a microwave oven. Payments Annual fixed fee (Included in the school contract) Fees for canteen meals and Lunch boxes are based on the whole year. No reimbursement can be made if a student is absent.

Discipline The canteen is a place where pupils are expected to behave properly and be respectful towards staff and fellow pupils as well as in their attitudes as regards food, equipment and furnishings in the canteen.



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CLEEBI Le Cahier de Liaison Electronique de l’Ecole Bilingue Internationale.

CLEEBI has replaced the traditional correspondence note book for a long time now. However, it is only for general information, any personal messages or information will be dealt with by email via the secure website www.noteebi.fr (access to this site is made with individual user names and passwords.) Thanks to the RSS on then site, each parent is kept up to date on what is happening at the schoolin real time. You can find

• Different one off messages: dates of the next school outing, the new time-table for end of term tests, the canteen menu for the following week, etc…

• Information which remains valid for the whole of the school year: the names of the school teachers, class organisation, lists of school books and material, practical information, a calendar of school events, etc…

CLEEBI also allows you to be informed immediately in the case of an important event (Weather alerts for example) which may affect the opening hours of the school. New instructions may be thus given, allowing everyone to get organised as a result.

It is therefore essential to sign up to CLEEBI as soon as you join the school. In order to receive all the messages from CLEEBI just go to the site www.cleebi.com, click on “s’abonner au flux RSS-Articles” then on “ajouter”.

NOTEEBI L’espace parents.

NOTEEBI allows parents to obtain daily information concerning their child’ schooling.

# The school calendar (dates for teacher meetings, parents and teachers meetings…).

# Mark sheets for all the subjects, homework and averages.

# The term report cards (averages and teacher’s comments).

# The school diary with work done and work to do with time limits.

# Absences, late arrivals, punishments and sanctions. #

In order to access this service, all you need to do is to go to the parents’page on Pronote (software for managing school life) on the website www.noteebi.fr, then put in the user name and the personal password that the school sends you by email at the beginning of each school year.



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CINEMA AUDIO-VISUAL OPTION

(CAV)

The programme Depending on the class the student is in, the programme will vary:

Seconde The notion of “shots” Première How cinema shows reality Terminale The fiction and the notion of point of view

The lessons will revolve around three themes

Assessment

Experimenting and creating

Students will shoot short films.

Workshops: Principally initiating the students

to the shooting of films (shots, sound, lighting, editing).

Film analysis

History of cinema (movements in cinema…).

How to study a film and a

sequence in a film.

Meeting film professionals and watching films

Students will go and see films

(festivals…), make short presentations of films (film club),

meet a variety of film professionals.

Oral presentations of films and film sequences

Preparing the oral for the Baccalaureate

(1ère et Terminale)

Preparing a document for the Baccalaureate

(1ère et Terminale)

Documents

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