The English School Lyon

English School Lyon: Bilingual Education Since 2008

Founded in 2008, English School Lyon (ESL) is an independent French–English bilingual school in Marcy-l’Étoile, west of Lyon. It welcomes children from the age of 2½ through to the end of primary school (CM2), in a caring environment where individual attention, curiosity and confidence are central to learning.

Curriculum and Bilingual Learning

Teaching time is shared equally between French and English, with a French-speaking and an English-speaking teacher working together in each class. Active learning combines core academic skills with creative activities, cultural exploration and opportunities to develop independence.

Pupils earn Cambridge English qualifications in CE1 and again in CM2, reaching B1–B2 English proficiency by the end of primary school.

“At English School Lyon, children grow in confidence through daily learning in French and English, supported by teachers who know them as individuals.” – Jennifer Taillandier, School Director

Location and Campus

The school is located at 701 rue du Vallon, Marcy-l’Étoile, close to the Parc de Lacroix-Laval and within easy reach of Tassin-la-Demi-Lune, Charbonnières-les-Bains and Craponne. Its secure, green setting includes a garden, outdoor play areas, classrooms equipped for bilingual learning, a bilingual library and spaces for younger children’s activities and rest.

Fees and Admissions

For Petite Section through CM2, tuition fees are €500 per month over ten months for the first child. Full-day Très Petite Section tuition is €850 per month over ten months. A €500 initial registration fee applies. Sibling discounts are available, and meals and certain optional activities are charged separately.

Families can request the school brochure and submit an application by email. The admissions process includes a meeting with the school leadership team and the child, along with an admissions assessment. Full details are available on the school website.

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