French Academics at Windfield International School

At Windfield International School, we are proud to offer a fully accredited French curriculum pathway in partnership with the AEFE (Agence pour l’enseignement français à l’étranger). This programme follows the official standards of the French Ministry of Education and ensures that learners benefit from a globally recognised, bilingual, and multicultural education.

The French system is structured into clear stages – Maternelle, Élémentaire, Collège, and Lycée – each designed to build progressively on the previous level. Learners are guided from early childhood through to the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) at the end of the lower secondary and ultimately to the Baccalauréat, the internationally recognised French high school diploma.

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The French Educational Pathway at Windfield

The French Educational Pathway at Windfield

The AEFE French Pathway offers a globally recognised education built on the standards of the French Ministry of Education. Structured into four stages – Maternelle, Élémentaire, Collège, and Lycée – it provides a clear and supportive journey where each level prepares students for the next, leading to the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat, valued by universities around the world.

Élémentaire (Primary School)
Ages 6–11

Lays the foundations in reading, writing, mathematics, sciences, civic education, and foreign languages. Students build essential academic and social skills across Cycle 2 (CP–CE2) and Cycle 3 (CM1–CM2).

Collège (Lower Secondary)
Ages 11–15

Structured into 6e, 5e, 4e, and 3e, collège provides a broad general education in literature, sciences, mathematics, history-geography, languages, arts, technology, and physical education. The stage concludes with the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB).

Lycée (Upper Secondary)
Ages 15–18

Covering Seconde, Première, and Terminale, lycée offers both general and technological pathways. Students specialise in subject choices and prepare for the French Baccalauréat, a qualification recognised by leading universities worldwide.

What are the benefits of choosing the French Curriculum at Windfield?

  • Official AEFE accreditation ensures compliance with French national standards.
  • Seamless progression from Maternelle through to Baccalauréat.
  • a bilingual and multicultural environment, integrating French, Thai, and international perspectives.
  • Rigorous academic preparation has been recognised by universities worldwide.
  • A balanced education fosters not only academic excellence but also fosters creativity, responsibility, and global citizenship.

Diplomas and Recognition

  • Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB)-awarded at the end of Collège (age 15).
  • Baccalauréat-awarded at the end of Lycée (age 18), opening doors to higher education in France and internationally.

At Windfield International School, the French pathway provides students with academic excellence and cultural depth, empowering them to succeed in a globalised world while staying firmly rooted in the values of the French education system.