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Ombrosa International Bilingual School, Lyon:
Ombrosa is a privately run International Bilingual School with campuses in Lyon and Savoie in south east France. The school comprises nursery, primary, lower and upper secondary sections. The school has an international outlook and pupils are taught in two languages (French and in English). Ombrosa’s pupils are French speaking, English speaking or from other international backgrounds.

What is special about us:

At Ombrosa, education is something you live. This is what makes it truly meaningful and effective. The diversity and complementary nature of the educational activities offered by the School make for a vibrant source of experience which enables each pupil to discover his/her own particular abilities and talents.

What we believe:

An authentic international dimension is a bonus feature which helps give students a well-rounded education. In addition to the uniqueness of this experience, which opens so many exciting doors, learning in an international dimension boosts personal development and curiosity. It also introduces more freedom by giving the student a wider outlook on the world, giving him/her a broader choice regarding the direction he/she would like to take.

Objectives:

We cultivate a feel for human relations, a sense of responsibility, organisation, creativity, courage, and the search for meaning and beauty. We believe it is our duty to enhance their personality, diversity and dignity, and to assist their integration into society. By listening to students, helping them, giving them recognition and meeting their needs, we contribute to their personal evolution, sense of maturity, balance, and independence.

Programmes:

Nursery Program; Primary Program; Lower Secondary Program; Upper Secondary Program, International Baccalaureate Diploma. International Curriculum. French and English are the languages of Instruction.

Educational approach:

Teaching, classes are the medium in which pupils can find and cultivate their roots. Therefore, it is essential that knowledge is genuinely absorbed and validated by widely recognised qualifications. The demands placed on students aim to boost their motivation, drive their interest, and stimulate good working practices.

Extra-curricular activities:

We believe extra-curricular activities to be important. Though they are optional, they are integrated into school life and enhance the diversity of the educational tools offered by Ombrosa. These activities create new dynamics and new experiences.

Clubs are open 4 - 5:30pm and on Wednesday all afternoon. Whether pursued for leisure or more competitively, the following activities are offered in accordance with age suitability:

: Gymnastics
· Athletics
· Judo
· Football
. Basketball
· Fine arts
· Choir
· Computer literacy
. Instrumental group
. Rock group
. English literature workshop
. Drama

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Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-07-09 were from:

Qatar, Qatar; New York, USA; chicago, USA; Lourdes, Egypt; durban, South Africa; and more.
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Student Testimonial:
"This was the best time that I ever had! Everything was right, even if it was wrong.  Here I grew up, became a woman. Now I am returning to Brazil, and with me, along with heavy luggage, I´ve had an experience for life. Thank you all!"
- Beatriz, Brazil
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For Grades 9-12

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- Placement in local host families for students with the required French skills