We assess written and oral ability in French and English and liaise with families to find the student’s most suitable language programme.

There are two routes to bring every student up to the required level of English to follow the bilingual track in Cycle (Middle School): the bilingual track and the French-speaking track (French with optional intensive English classes if required).

Our bilingual track means that native English-speaking students can maintain their English through study as well as develop their French-language skills.

Institut Florimont was pleased to welcome in October 2024 Dr. Eowyn Crisfield, a recognized expert in bilingual and multilingual education. Founder of several innovative educational projects, she dedicates her research to the impact of multilingualism on children’s cognitive and social development. She has published two books (Bilingual Families: A practical language planning guide (2021), and Linguistic and Cultural Innovation in Schools: The languages challenge (2018), with J. Spiro), and numerous articles relating to bi/multilingualism in international schools.

During her conference, Eowyn Crisfield addressed the most frequently asked questions from families regarding the challenges of bilingual education, offering practical advice on how to best support their children through this enriching journey. Please enjoy the key moments of this event in the video clips below, and we thank her warmly for her invaluable insights. A new conference will be offered to families very soon!