Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
830 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
45 |
Most common nationality |
French and English |
Ratio of local students to international students |
8:1 |
Native English and French speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English and French |
Yes. English as a Second Language / Français Langue Etrangère |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
German, Mandarin, Spanish |
Max. number of students per class |
Early Years: 16 (2 teachers in the class at all times. One native French. One native English)
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Average number of students per class |
It will differ according to the track chosen & the level. |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
In Primary School, Year 5/CM1 and Year 6/CM2 students have access to iPads to enhance lessons and academic activities under teacher’s supervision only. In the Secondary School all students are loaned an iPad for the academic year to be used for coursework both in and outside school. |
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. During the coronavirus crisis (lockdown), our school made a seamless transition to remote learning. Our students met their teachers and classmates online at the same time as their usual schedules and engaged in structured, interactive classes. Please have a look at our website: https://www.lyceeinternational.london/about-us/modern-learning |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
External examinations or assessments available |
French Brevet, French Baccalauréat, OIB, IB Diploma |
Results in these examinations |
100% success. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes. We also use Google classroom to see student progress throughout the task/project. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
It will depend according to the project/topic. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes. We have a dedicated wellbeing & learning support team. |
Learning support offered |
To be discussed on an individual basis. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
EPQ classes provided for students looking to be more challenged. |
Student access to education psychologist |
We have a dedicated wellbeing & learning support team. |
Entry evaluation for students |
We are a non-selective school but will ask for the last 3 school's record cards before offering a place. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Secondary students may be required to attend a short interview to assess language skills (French or/and English) or pass a test on a specific subject(s). |
Waiting list |
Yes, we have a waiting list and will contact prospective families when a place becomes available. Please see our school policy: https://www.lyceeinternational.london/about-us/school-policies |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We have opened our pre-registration for the 2023-2024 school year and will accept registration throughout the year. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
School start time |
It will vary according the level/class. Primary will start class at 8.45 am. Secondary school is from 8.30am onwards. |
School finish time |
It will vary according the level/class. |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes. https://www.lyceeinternational.london/beyond-the-classroom/after-school-programme-sports |
School bus service available |
No. |
School provided lunches |
Yes. https://www.lyceeinternational.london/beyond-the-classroom/lunch-programme |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we offer vegetarian options. |
Uniform required |
We have a dress code. Please visit our website: https://www.lyceeinternational.london/about-us/dress-code |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We currently offer two-dozen after-school activities, ranging from numerous sports (including football, basketball, judo, Capoeira, fencing, and running) to drama, arts, and technical hobbies such as computer coding and robotics. https://www.lyceeinternational.london/beyond-the-classroom/after-school-programme-sports |
Sports activities included |
Gymnastics, Dance , Athleticism, Badminton, Football, Rugby, etc. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Not currently |
Facilities at the school |
Library |
Sports facilities at the school |
Gym, playgrounds, outdoor sports court |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill welcomes students from Nursery through to Year 13 / Terminale providing a consistent bilingual education in English and French while following the French programme as defined by the French Ministry of Education. From Year 11 to Year 13, LIWC offers the three traditional paths of S (Sciences), ES (Economics) and L (French literature) of the French Baccalauréat with or without the OIB (Option Internationale du Bac) . Starting in Year 7 this programme offers a new possibility to English speakers to join the school. Based on content and methods similar to the other programme, the English International Programme is tailored to attract interest from local and international families who seek for their child a holistic approach to education: intellectual challenges and rigorous academics, as well as mindfulness and international focus. All subjects ( Science, Math, Humanities, Arts, etc) are taught in English, except French as a second language. Activities of service learning and trips overseas are an integral part of this programme. This programme will lead to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme* (IBDP) in Years 12 and 13. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Through a rigorous, bilingual programme and innovative methods, LIWC educates pupils to become responsible, creative and principled global citizens. LIWC teaches them to think critically and act ethically, to form and express their own opinions and respect those of others, to define their own life goals and to make sense of and embrace change. |