FRENCH STREAM
By choosing the French Stream at FIS, you're opting for the rigorous French curriculum accredited by the French Ministry of Education and supported by the AEFE, delivered in a fully immersive multilingual environment and offering a wide range of international opportunities that prepare students for global success.
FS HIGH SCHOOL
High school marks a new stage in each student’s education. Not only is the curriculum more intense, but students also need to make more specific choices about their future and prepare for their exams. Independence and organisation are key for successfully transitioning to high school.
​
In Seconde, students will gain experience of various subjects, helping them to select their specialty subjects for Première. Beyond the common curriculum, students can choose their own combination of subjects according to their preferences and ambitions.
​
Students graduate from high school education by taking the French National Baccalaureate exam (Diplôme National du Baccalauréat).
On top of the core curriculum, students will choose specialty subjects
CORE CURRICULUM
In Première and Terminale, all students study the common curriculum, which includes:
-
French and Philosophy (French in Première and Philosophy in Terminale)
-
History and Geography
-
Civic and Moral Education
-
Mandatory Modern Language (A) (English)
-
Mandatory Modern Language (B) (Spanish, German or Mandarin)
-
Physical Education
-
Sciences
Students can also choose from several language pathways
EUROPEAN SECTION
5 hrs of English /week
-
English language - 3hrs
-
History & Geography - 2hrs
The European Section (SE) program, developed in partnership with the French Ministry of Education, offers students an enriched bilingual curriculum focused on media studies, journalism, current affairs, history, and geography. It combines academic rigor with advanced English instruction, fostering both language proficiency and critical thinking.
Students explore the role of media in society, learning to analyze news critically, understand media influence, and produce informed content. They also develop strong public speaking and presentation skills through regular practice, gaining confidence and clarity in oral communication.
The program broadens students’ global perspective by examining historical and contemporary issues from international viewpoints. Upon completion, students earn the Baccalaureate with the "Section Européenne" mention—a respected qualification that supports future academic and professional success in a global context.
​THE FRENCH BACCALAUREAT EXAM - ASSESSMENT DETAILS
​​
-
40% of the final grade: continuous assessment and a series of common exams
-
60% of the final grade: final exams
​​
