Set your child up for success by giving them a competitive edge. Secondary English helps teenagers aged 11–18 build English fluency, academic confidence and communication skills to connect, communicate and get ahead in a global world. Give them the perfect foundation to excel at university and beyond.
- Explore real-world projects that grow language fluency and academic confidence.
- Join a global community and collaborate on projects with students from around the world.
- Gain individual feedback and guidance from expert English teachers.
- Develop collaboration and leadership skills to gain a competitive edge with core skills for life.
- See real progress with regular teacher feedback and two reports a year.
Secondary English at a glance
- Age: 11-18 years old
- Levels: Six (A1.1–B2)
- Format: Face-to-face classes in Paris, with online learning activities between lessons
- Location: 5 centres in Paris (7th, 12th, 14th and 16th arrondissements) and online classes
- Timeline: One weekly class of 2 or 3 hours for 30 weeks
- Period: September 2026 to June 2027
How your child will learn
Gain academic confidence
Secondary English gives your child the language fluency and academic confidence to prepare for university studies and future international opportunities. By exploring real-world projects, your child will gain a current, global perspective and develop valuable skills to keep for life.
Network across a global community
Enter your child into a global network of peers and help them make connections across cultures. Secondary English will give your child a wider perspective on real-world issues as they collaborate on projects with British Council students from around the globe. It’s the perfect preparation for university and beyond.
Receive tailored guidance
Our expert teachers give individual feedback and support to every student. Regular English progress feedback, informal assessments and help your child track their progress and build self-awareness by reflecting on their big wins and improvement areas.
Build skills beyond English
Alongside English language development, students build leadership and critical thinking skills as well as the confidence to debate and share their thoughts. With these skills and English fluency, your child will gain a competitive edge in our global world.
Support for Parents
Track their academic progress
Secondary English gives your child the chance to take ownership of their learning journey and their future. As parents, regular reports give you a transparent overview of their academic milestones so you can discuss global topics together and celebrate their big wins.
Convenient timetables
Secondary English can be completed in-person at our teaching centres or online. A convenient timetable of classes helps the course fit seamlessly into busy after-school schedules.
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