International French School in France for Juniors

ELIT-St Denis International School, Loches:
At ELIT-Groupe St Denis in Loches, in the Loire Valley in France, we believe that together, in the spirit of reciprocal trust, we will be able to prepare your children for an adult life, with you their parents and primary educators, who choose this school.

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Through an educational relationship, both challenging and benevolent, it is our concern to empower our students spiritually, academically, socially and physically. We acknowledge the primary role of parents in education and consider their support essential.

Our objective is that all students can rely on our community and through interaction, become autonomous learners, capable of making choices for a responsible adult life.

Kindergarten Program; Primary School Program; Middle School Program; High school Program, Transition Year. Classes are in English and French.

Innovative and interdisciplinary approach :
- Arts, theatre and poetry.
- Science and new technologies.
- Sports and extra-curricular activities.
- Discovery of Europe and the world.

Student-centred care :
- Supervised study.
- Welcome and support for new students.
- Guidance and personal help for all students.
- Private tutoring system.
- Regular contact with families, and host families.

Loches is a well known medieval town, situated 25 miles to the South East of Tours in the heart of the Loire Valley. Steeped in history, the town is officially recognised as a Ville d’Art et d’Histoire.

LOCHES possesses a large number of historic monuments which has led it to be classified as one of the most beautiful detours in France : the Royal Lodge, the feudal fortress, the royal gate, the Church of Saint-Ours, the ramparts, the old houses, the Tower of Saint-Antoine, the house of the painter Emmanuel Lansyer, the troglodyte caves.

There are a number of cultural events held throughout the year, including the Festival of the Opera, nocturnal shows at the Chateau and night markets during the summer months.

Schoolbuses are available on Monday mornings and Friday afternoons to and from Tours. Public transport is regular and efficient.

Students can participate in football, basketball athletics, roller-hockey, karate, swimming and equestrianism. After the evening meal, students can participate in activities organised by the school: sports, games, video, clubs... Sports events and challenges between different schools are organised each Wednesday afternoon.