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Nationalities
| Number of students |
270 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
23 |
| Most common nationality |
French |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
30% local / 70% international |
Languages
| Native French speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in French |
Our school also welcomes non-French speaking families. Children from these families are automatically enrolled in a support program designed to help them rapidly build up their self-confidence and achieve fluency. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, English, German, Spanish, Chinese, Latin |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
20 students / class |
| Average number of students per class |
12 students / class |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each classroom is equipped with a projector, allowing teachers to present lessons visually and interactively. Additionally, students have access to laptops, which they can use for research, assignments, and various educational activities. Homework is assigned to students through an online platform that parents can also access, ensuring transparency and facilitating communication between the school and families. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
Baccalauréat, Diplôme National du Brevet |
| Results in these examinations |
Baccalauréat 100%
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, homework is assigned and posted on an online platform, allowing both students and parents to access assignments, grades, and other academic information. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
About 20 minutes for elementary (6-10)
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| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, our school provides support for children with special learning needs through specialized staff known as AESH (Accompagnants des élèves en situation de handicap). These aides work closely with students to ensure they receive the personalized support necessary for their success in the classroom. |
| Learning support offered |
We offer individualized support for students with special learning needs. The accompanying staff provide support to students with disabilities. Under the educational supervision of the teachers, their role is to promote the student's autonomy and assist them in achieving greater independence in the classroom. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our school adapts to the specific needs of each student. We also offer great flexibility to our high-level athletes, adjusting evaluation methods and providing individualized solutions for attending classes. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
The school maintains regular contact with a psychologist, in addition to our health and well-being center, where students can share their situation if needed. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Our school also welcomes non-French speaking families. Children from these families are automatically enrolled in a support program designed to help them rapidly build up their self-confidence and achieve fluency. |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. Registration is open throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
18:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Changes per term, Mixed Volleyball/Basketball, DIY crafts, fencing, junior basketball, visual arts, advanced manga drawing, beginner chess, football, aikido, junior volleyball, Japanese homework assistance, board games, hip hop, basketball, yoga, volleyball, junior football, advanced Japanese, beginner guitar, creative workshops, baby yoga, improv theater, tennis, table tennis, junior tennis, and advanced chess. |
| Sports activities included |
At our school, the physical activities and sports included in the curriculum vary for both the collège and lycée levels.
At the lycée level, the sports offerings include everything from the collège, along with additional activities like weight training, step aerobics, and cross-training. This comprehensive program ensures that students can explore various physical activities while developing their skills and fitness. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Volley-ball team, Football team and Basketball team. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
The school has a library, a science room, a laboratory, a motor skills room for our kindergarten students, and a Crealab for creative projects and hands-on activities. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We have a gymnasium where we practice various team sports, equipped with weight training equipment and more. We also have an outdoor area for athletics. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Part of AEFE, a worldwide network of 580 schools in 139 countries, LFI Kyoto has, for 20 years, provided an academic excellence focusing on students wellbeing. All programs are in compliance with the guidelines of the French Ministry of Education and, up to the first year of junior high school, all grades are issued a governmental accreditation. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
School project
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