Welcome to
The Old School
Dear Students, Parents, and Carers,
Happy New Year and a warm welcome to 2025! As we step into this exciting new chapter, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for being such an integral part of our school community.
The start of a new year always brings a sense of renewal and possibility. It is a time to reflect on the achievements of the past year and to set our sights on the opportunities ahead. I am incredibly proud of the progress our students have made, the dedication of our staff, and the unwavering support from parents and carers that make all this possible.
This year, we are more committed than ever to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, inspired, and empowered to reach their full potential. Together, we will continue to embrace innovation in education, support the well-being of our community, and celebrate the diverse talents and aspirations that make our school so special.
In 2025, we have many exciting initiatives and events planned. From academic programs and creative projects to extracurricular activities and community partnerships, there will be abundant opportunities for every student to shine. Let us approach this year with optimism, determination, and a shared commitment to excellence.
I encourage all of you to stay connected and involved in the life of our school. Together, we can achieve great things and ensure that 2025 is a year of growth, success, and joy for everyone.
Wishing you and your families a year filled with health, happiness, and inspiration.
Warm regards,
Joel Bailey
MA PGDip PGCert
Director - The Old School
Danièle Birchall
L ès L PGCE
Directrice - The Old School
GCSE Art & Design
Our students are following the exam criteria as set by Pearson Edexcel.
GCSE Art & Design (9-1) is a 100% taught course (unit 1) with an externally set assignment in yr 2 (Unit 2).
GCSE and A level Music courses for young people (12+) and adults
One weekend each month, students come to the school to complete their Music coursework and take guidance and teaching, in order to prepare for the GCSE or A level Music examinations.
Art & Design Saturday Workshops
Attend the French education system, but feel your children could excel in the Arts?
Fitting this around the weekly schedule of any Collégien or Lycéen is difficult, which is why, for the past two years, we have run our monthly Art & Design workshops on a Saturday, achieving amazing results.
The course starts on 17th September, however, students can start mid term, throughout the school year.
Theatre School Autumn Term
A challenging and fun term of intensive workshops in music, drama and dance, culminating in an end of term performance.
NEW Student Books are now available to download >>>
Latest News
We are now taking bookings for space at the vide grenier in St Colomb on 21st June 
Please get in touch if you would like to reserve 1.5m tables at €10 each, or carboot space for €10.
We will be serving refreshments, hopefully outside 
Come and turn your good quality surplus items into cash!
Horaires du bureau
Office hours:
9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday
9h à 16h30 du lundi au vendredi
Telephone:
05 53 40 60 54 Monbahus
05 53 64 24 97 St Colomb de Lauzun
06 26 57 11 27 portable/sms
email: info@oldschoolfrance.com
Beyond Covid 19
Before the current event, during and long after, we have and will continue to provide Distance Learning, for those that choose to Home School, or prefer to Home Study for their own enrichment.
Learn more about Distance Learning
Aidez vos enfants à apprendre l’anglais par l’intermédiaire de la musique, des jeux, de l’expression théâtrale et de l’art plastique
Des séances ludiques et créatives en anglais pour les enfants, les jeunes et les adultes
Découvrir la langue de Shakespeare grâce à la culture et à l’art contemporains
Développement linguistique, social et personnel à l’aide de la créativité
Nous sommes ouverts et accessibles pour développer des ateliers et des leçons qui peuvent aider chacun à améliorer son niveau en anglais
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Examination Centre
As an Edexcel approved examination centre The Old School will be running IGCSE/GCSE and A level examinations in May and June and would like to invite external candidates to access these examinations without the need to return to the UK.
Edexcel centre number 90241
The Old School is a not for profit association 1901, created to provide education choices and support to families living in, or moving to France.
From time to time we gratefully receive kind donations from individuals and organisations, who wish to support the school and the students with various projects.
For residents of France, donations to associations are tax deductible, contact us at admin@oldschoolfrance.com for more information
email: info@oldschoolfrance.com
47410 St Colomb de Lauzun
05 53 40 60 54
www.oldschoolfrance.com
The Old School : Collège - Lycée
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