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School details
| Number of students |
240 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Most common nationality |
French, Korean, American |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
30%. |
| Native French speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in French |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Korean, Chinese, English, Spanish, Latin. |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Computers and iPads are available for use, subject to the teacher's agreement. |
| 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) |
Only during Latin class |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
There are no worship services, but there is human and spiritual education. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
For elementary school, religious practice is optional and depends on the parents' request during lunch time. In middle and high school, there is a 55-minute human and spiritual education session once a week. (Except grade 11 and 12) |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge PET (8th grade), Diplôme National du Brevet (9th grade), Baccalauréat (11th and 12th grade). |
| Results in these examinations |
100% Passed. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Weekly. It depends on students and teachers. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100%. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We assist students with personalized programs to help them keep up according to their individual levels. We also provide one-on-one tutoring and supplementary classes. Our school makes a strong effort to ensure that students do not fall behind and can keep up with the curriculum. Personalized guidance is one of our strengths. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Students can skip a grade, of course, depending on their own decision. We also encourage participation in math competitions, debates, and external academic competitions. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
There is a psychological counselor available for students and staff at the school, playing an important role in listening to and supporting the students. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Level tests and interviews. |
| Waiting list |
Sometimes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
08:30 |
| School finish time |
Elementary: 15:30, Wednesday: 12:00
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| Supervised care before/after school |
From 08:00 to 08:30
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| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
If requested in advance, arrangements can be made, but there may be an additional cost. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Sports (soccer, basketball, judo, table tennis, Taekkyon), Arts (modern music, classical music, choir, dance, photography, theater), Games (camp, chess, video game creation), Study (reading, UN debate, homework), Baking, General culture, Club ecology, Pottery. |
| Sports activities included |
Yes |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Auditorium, Physics-Chemistry Lab, Biology-Geology Lab |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Sport field and gymnasium. |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
From middle to high school students. |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
We provide safe accommodation and meals for the students. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Xavier International School is a Catholic private school connected to AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) and the 120-year-old Daniélou Education Network. We are committed to fostering a supportive and diverse learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school emphasizes personalized learning, with programs tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. We also offer strong human and spiritual education, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society. At Xavier, we value academic excellence, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, providing students with a solid foundation for their future. We also strive to cultivate global citizenship, preparing our students to be responsible and engaged members of the global community. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our teaching approach is strictly based on the guidelines of the French Ministry of Education and follows the standards set by AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad). We ensure that our curriculum and teaching methods align with the rigorous academic requirements and values of the French education system. |
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