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The British School of Paris is the only UK Government accredited school in France
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Our aim is to help and support our pupils to thrive academically; small class sizes, study rooms, well equipped libraries, exceptional facilities, the latest technology to engage them in their studies are all part of the everyday learning environment at the BSP.
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Teachers get to know each pupil; they provide individual support and guidance, monitor academic progress and encourage each individual to challenge him or herself continuously. Starting from the age of three, the tone is set; pupils are encouraged to reach their personal potential and success follows.
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We really were impressed with the BSP and have to say that your facilities and additional benefits of numerous music, art, drama and sports programmes are truly second to none.
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Academic, artistic and sporting excellence
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Personal tutors monitoring every pupil’s progress
Independence, inclusivity and community
It’s hard not to learn - great teachers, great fun, great friends.
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Pupils of all ages, abilities and needs show exceptional development of knowledge, skills and understanding across all areas of learning. ISI Inspection Report 2019
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At a glance... Established: 1954
• 6 science laboratories • 2 Libraries • Computer suites Type of School: A non-selective, co-educational, independent day school • Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms for ages 3 to 18. • Drama studio No of Students: ~700 (small class sizes) • 2 multi-purpose halls, climbing wall and fitness centre • Football/hockey pitch, all-weather, playable astroturf International: Over 50 nationalities. • Music suites/pods for practice, recording and composing Uniform: Required, except final two years. • Art studios Qualification: General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and • Learning Support Centre Advanced-Level (A-Level). • Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Co-Curricular Curriculum: Studies are based on the National Curriculum for England Activities: Complete range of co-curricular activities including sports, and Wales with emphasis on English, Maths, Science, music, theatre, art, community service and opportunities French and other Foreign Languages as well as Humanities. for student leadership. Practical subjects include Design Technology, Music, Art and ICT, and a special focus is given to Sport. Educational Visits: Historical and cultural visits to support and extend class- Educational room learning to Paris and the surrounding areas as well as Support: A tailored educational support programme is offered to various destinations in Europe. students for whom English is an additional language and to those whose learning needs require special attention. Accreditation: The BSP is a member of: Examination • HMC (Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference) Results: At A-Level 90.5% of all grades were A* to C and at • IAPS (Independent Association of Preparatory Schools) GCSE 94.5% of all grades were 9 to 4 (2019). • COBIS (Council of British International Schools) Career Guidance: Generously staffed and resourced. Gold member of ISCO • In 2019, the BSP received another excellent report from (Independent Schools Careers Organisation). the UK’s Independent School Inspectorate (ISI). Subjects Offered: Art and Design, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Design Location: The British School of Paris is located just 15 kilometres from and Technology, Economics, English Language Paris in Croissy-sur-Seine. Other towns close to the school and Literature, French, Further Mathematics, Geography, include Saint-Germain-en-Laye and Le Vésinet, and are German, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, home to a vibrant English-speaking community. The BSP Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, Music, provides a private bus service to and from Paris and the Physical Education/Sports, Science, Physics, Spanish, surrounding areas at an extra cost. Drama and Theatre Studies. University Destinations: Prestigious universities in the UK, USA, France and world- wide. BSP students have been successfully admitted to the Universities of Cambridge and Oxford, as well as a range of other universities in the UK, Erasmus University, University of Pennsylvania, Stanford University, McGill Uni- versity, University of Australia, Universidad de Madrid, Seoul National University, L’Université de la Sorbonne, to mention but a few. Headmaster:
Mr. Nicholas Hammond. MA (Cantab)
Facilities:
Patron: HM Ambassador to France
Senior School – 38, quai de l’Ecluse 78290 Croissy-sur-Seine – Tel: 01 34 80 45 94 Junior School – 2, rue Hans List 78290 Croissy-sur-Seine – Tel: 01 30 15 88 30 Admissions: Tel: 01 34 80 45 96 – Email: registrar@britishschool.fr www.britishschool.fr