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CityOslo
CurriculumFrench
Leaving qualificationsFrench Baccalaureate and Brevet
Language of instructionFrench
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications French Baccalaureate and Brevet
Language of instruction French
Native French teachers
Extra languages (other than French)
Class sizes Average 20 students / class
Maximum 34 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: kr 33,000
to: kr 168,800
Address: Skovveien 9 – 0257 Oslo, Norway
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School details

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Number of students

656

Number of nationalities represented in the school

50

Most common nationality

French

Ratio of local students to international students

56% (lot of french-norwegian students)

Native French speaking teachers

Yes they're native french speakers, and the language teachers are native in german and spanish. English is taught by french and norwegian teachers.

Language support for students not fluent in French

No, we make children pass a french test before their enrollment to make sure they can follow the classes. We accept no french-speakers in preschool only.

Additional language classes offered by the school

Norwegian, English, German, Spanish

Max. number of students per class

34

Average number of students per class

20

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

We have a classroom with computers, iPads are available on demand for each student, they can be used for some workshops and exams. Classrooms are also equipped with video projectors.

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, we did it during covid.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

No

External examinations or assessments available

The French Baccalauréat and the french Brevet (end of middle school).

Results in these examinations

Over the past three years, an average of 100% of students obtained their baccalauréat, with more than 30% graduating with the highest distinction, and 96% obtained the DNB (middle school certificate).

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes, from 6th grade.

Approximate hours of homework given

It depends a lot on the teachers and the subjects.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

94% last year. Every year, a couple of students take take a gap year or go to the army.

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes, we offer a personalized support to children with special learning needs, and some of them attend class with their own learning support assistant. We also have a speech therapist in the school.

Learning support offered

Implementation of an Individualised Learning Plan (PAP) for dys/gifted/ADHD students (after diagnosis)
Adjustments to lessons and examinations based on identified issues, particularly learning difficulties.
E.g.: extra time, adjustments to documents, loan of computers with adapted software.
Adjustments also made to noise levels in cases of autism/noise-related disruption (headphones permitted).
We also adjust the timetable for certain pupils according to their needs (autism, school phobia, etc.).

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

For gifted children, consideration of the specific nature of their disorders, from the moment of official diagnosis, implementation of an Individualised Learning Plan (PAP) (dys/gifted/ADHD).

Student access to education psychologist

We have a psychologist in the school who also works on the

Entry evaluation for students

Yes, we do assessments for their general level in french and in in all subjects to make sure they go to the correct grade if they come from other school systems.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

We perform French and maths tests, to assess the pupil's level and place them in a class suited to their ability.

Waiting list

Depends on the grades. Some grades have few spots, some are on waiting list.

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

The enrollment period is usually from mid-January to March 1st.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

Around August 20-25

School finish time

Mid-june

Supervised care before/after school

Yes, we offer study time for the elementary, everyday after school.

School bus service available

No

School provided lunches

No

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

No

Uniform required

No

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

40 after school programs

Sports activities included

We offer a wide range of activities, running, bouldering, skiing, swimming, laser-run, hiking, dancing...

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

No but we partner with various clubs in Oslo, like for exemple IF Sagene (rugby)

Facilities at the school

Library, computer room, science lab

Sports facilities at the school

Two gymnasiums

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

The Lycée Français René Cassin d'Oslo welcomes children between the ages of 3 and 18.
We offer a wide range of scientific, sporting and cultural activities, in an inclusive, international environment of academic excellence and rigor. Our students also learn Norwegian and English in the early years, followed by German and Spanish from middle school onwards.
They follow the official French curriculum and prepare for national exams such as the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat – recognized worldwide. They then have all the keys they need to continue their studies at the best universities.

Teaching approach of the school

The education provided by the LFO follows the French curriculum. However, the school has adapted to life in Norway by promoting multilingualism and by focusing on various artistic, cultural and scientific projects. Through working individually and in groups, all students discover their talents and start to build their futures.

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