French International School of Riyadh
The French International School of Riyadh (EFIR) is an educational institution that welcomes students of all nationalities. The school is accredited by the French national education system and has an agreement with the AEFE, which guarantees high quality teaching. Located in the heart of Riyadh, the school offers an environment conducive to the academic and personal development of students, from kindergarten to high school.
The courtyard reserved for students of kindergarten is a space specially designed to meet their needs. With colorful play areas, structures adapted to their motor development and caring supervision, the youngest can develop in complete safety, while having fun and discovering their environment.
Kindergarten, the first stage of the school career in France, welcomes children from 3 to 6 years old and plays a fundamental role in their development. Its mission is to support young children in discovering their first learnings, while taking into account their pace of development. Kindergarten is a place of fulfillment where children discover community life and acquire the necessary foundations for their future schooling.
At the heart of the establishment is the BCD, a space dedicated to reading and documentary research. Students can find a wide selection of books in French, but also in other languages, to encourage multilingualism which is one of the strong points of the EFIR. Cultural openness is a focus of the school, whatever the level of study.
Students of the primary benefit from a spacious courtyard where they can relax and play during recess. Developed areas allow for sports activities, while shaded areas provide places for rest and sharing with friends. Learning places the student at the heart of the system.
Thus, each school level has classes adapted to its needs, with digital tools to enrich learning. The atmosphere is studious, but also friendly, offering students an ideal setting to progress.
Within the college and of high school, students benefit from personalized monitoring to support them in their academic journey. The qualified and committed teachers work to develop students' critical thinking and intellectual rigor. The classrooms, some of which are equipped with interactive whiteboards and digital resources, allow for total immersion in learning, while promoting student autonomy. Everything is designed to bring students to the highest level of their ability and support them in a chosen, rather than imposed, orientation.
Experimentation is at the heart of learning scientific disciplines, it allows students to fully appropriate the theoretical concepts covered in science teaching, from 6th grade to 12th grade. The laboratories and equipment made available to teachers and students fully meet these expectations.
THE CDI is a central place in the school life of secondary school students, dedicated to learning, reading and research. This multipurpose place is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and the pleasure of discovery. The CDI offers a vast collection of resources, including books, magazines, textbooks, and specialized journals. It also has access to digital resources, such as online databases and multimedia supports, allowing students to carry out their research and school work in various fields of knowledge.
The infirmary is an essential place dedicated to the health and well-being of students. Located at the heart of the establishment, it is accessible at any time if needed. The infirmary is equipped to provide first aid in the event of minor injuries or discomfort, and is managed by qualified medical staff, trained to respond quickly and effectively to any emergency situation. The infirmary takes care of students with chronic or acute health problems or allergies based on individualized care within the framework of a nursing agreement protocol (PAI) signed with the family and the medical staff.
The French International School of Riyadh makes it a point of honor to guarantee the inclusion of all its students in accordance with the directives given by the French National Education, in particular thanks to its inclusion pole. A system specially designed to support students with special educational needs. The inclusion center's mission is to promote equal opportunities by providing personalized support to each student so that they can fully flourish in their school career, by training staff in inclusive school practices and by supporting families in administrative and medical procedures.
The amphitheater of the school is a multipurpose space where various activities are organized: shows, ceremonies, and other cultural events. This place, with a large capacity, offers students a stage to express themselves and develop their self-confidence, while enriching their general culture. This amphitheater offers the establishment the possibility of being a place of cultural influence, both for students and parents.
The music room is a space where students can give free rein to their creativity. Equipped with a variety of modern instruments, it allows everyone to learn to play music or to improve their skills. Music lessons are given there for all levels, thus offering an opening to the artistic and musical world.
The large gymnasium and the 25-meter swimming pool are multi-purpose sports spaces, where students practice a multitude of disciplines: swimming, lifesaving, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics and other sports activities. They are designed to encourage regular sports practice, essential for the physical development and health of children and adolescents in both disciplinary and extracurricular activities.
Finally, the school has a large football field outdoors, where students can practice this popular sport during physical education classes or during their free time. This field is also the scene of inter-school competitions, helping to develop sportsmanship and a sense of belonging to the establishment. A sense of belonging, essential for the success of a balanced academic career.
The French International School of Riyadh stands out for the quality of its infrastructure and the special attention paid to the well-being and development of each student. It is a place where academic success, personal development and respect for others are at the heart of learning.
