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Developing Oracy in a Bilingual School: Staff Training
Jennifer Wallace

During the February school holidays, our staff training day focused on oracy, exploring strategies like TPR and LEA to boost students' confidence in both French and English. French and English teachers collaborated to integrate these approaches, fostering a bilingual environment for KG1 to PY6 students.

Why Bilingual Education is the Key to Future Success
Jennifer Wallace

At ICS Côte d'Azur, bilingual education isn’t just a teaching method; it’s a transformative experience designed to prepare students for a globalized world. Read more about the benefits of the bilingual brain, and our unique curriculum in our blog post.

Globeducate: Pioneering Sustainability in Education
Jennifer Wallace

Globeducate's Environmental Footprint Report for 2024 shows that great improvements have been made to implement impactful initiatives on school campuses, including at ICS Côte d'Azur. For more details, read our blog post.

What is the Galette des Rois?
Jennifer Wallace

French cultural traditions are very important at ICS, and in France, January means Galette des Rois! This delicious tradition celebrates the Epiphany, with a ceramic 'fève' hidden inside the pastry.

What is the IB Primary Years Programme?
Janet Goswell and Amanda Scott

We asked Janet Goswell, our PYP Coordinator for her insights into what it means to be an IB World School, and how we implement the IB Primary Years Programme.

Joining ICS Côte d’Azur from the United States
Jennifer Wallace

Around 20% of families join ICS Côte d’Azur from the US every year, so we asked a few of our current families who had recently moved across the Atlantic for their feedback regarding the similarities and differences between the schools in the USA, and why they chose ICS Côte d’Azur to continue their children’s education.

Reflections on ICS Sports Day
Jennifer Wallace

Our November Sports Day was a huge success, showcasing incredible teamwork, motivation, and open-mindedness among all the students. Read more about the importance of friendly competition and celebrating small successes in our blog.

Globeducate Outdoor Learning Day 2024
Jennifer Wallace

Outdoor learning offers students a dynamic way to explore and connect with the world around them, enriching their understanding through real-world experiences. Read more for examples of our student's recent outdoor learning lessons.

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