The High school
Under contract with the French Ministry of Education, the Lycée de l’École des Roches offers personalised support and prepares students for higher education in France and abroad.
Students per class
15-20
Bac pass rate
95%
Different nationalities
54
From
19 864 €
Our major assets
A reinforced programme for scientific specialities, but also dedicated preparation for students wishing to enter a selective school (Science Po, CPGE, Engineering, Health).
Wide choice of languages
Pupils can start learning a second foreign language from Year 6, from a choice of 7 languages, plus Latin and Greek, to give them a broader linguistic perspective.
Baccalaureate options
High school students can choose activities as options for the baccalauréat, to showcase their passions and skills.
Prep programs
A reinforced programme for scientific specialities and dedicated preparation for students wishing to enter a preparatory class…
Personalised follow-up
Every week, pupils benefit from an extra hour of French, between 1.5 and 2.15 hours of supervised study every day, and personalised support in maths and French to consolidate what they have learnt.
Extra-curricular activities
The programme offers a variety of activities, from sport to bee-keeping, enriched by the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme, to stimulate creativity, commitment and a spirit of solidarity.
Small staff
Our classes are small to ensure that learning takes place in the best possible conditions: between 15 and 20 pupils.
Focus on French
One hour of French per week is set aside to reinforce expression, comprehension and basic language skills, making a total of 180 hours over 5 years from Year 6 to Year 10, to help students succeed in all subjects.
Orientation
From the first year of secondary school, a team of specialists in careers guidance in France and abroad support students in their career choices through weekly interviews, offering personalised guidance to help them build their future plans throughout their schooling.
Dictation at Les Roches
Dictation helps pupils to improve their spelling through 3 practice dictations and a final that rewards the best, in a fun and stimulating approach to the basics.
Dys programme
The Dys project offers personalised support for pupils with dyslexia, thanks to trained teachers and a dedicated centre, providing adapted facilities to help them succeed at school.
Educational programme
Seconde consolidates the fundamentals with support in maths and French, while exploring a range of subjects. In Première, students choose three specialities and prepare for their first bac exams. Terminale concentrates on two specialities and an intensive programme, with the main aim of developing the skills required for higher education.
Seconde (Year 11) – Programme details
French
4h
Modern Language A and Modern Language B
5h30
History-Geography
3h
Mathematics
4h
Physics-Chemistry
3h
Life and earth sciences
1h30
Economic and social sciences
1h30
Digital science & technology
1h30
Physical and sports education
2h
Moral and civic education
18h/year
Maths and French one-to-one support
2h
Career education
18h action
Class hours
16h/year
(1) A choice of optional courses:
Non-Linguistic Discipline: Physics
1h
Participation in Cambridge / TOEFL
1h
Ancient languages and cultures: Latin or Greek
1 to 3 hours (depending on number of pupils)
Modern Language C Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Arabic
2 to 3 hours (depending on number of students)
Arts (visual arts, theatre)
2h
(2) One technological optional course chosen from :
Biotechnologies
1h30
Science and laboratory
1h30
Management and administration
1h30
Première (Year 12) – Programme details
French
4h
History-Geography
3h
Modern Language A and Modern Language B
5h30
Physical and sports education
2h
Scientific teaching
2h30
Moral and civic education
18h/year
Class hours
1h30
Maths and French one-to-one support
2h
Career education
1h + 18h action/year
Guidance
18h/year
History, Geography, Geopolitics and Political Science
4h
Humanities, Literature and Philosophy
4h
Foreign Languages, Literatures and Cultures
4h
Mathematics
4h
Digital and Computer Science
4h
Physics-Chemistry
4h
Life and Earth Sciences
4h
Economic and Social Sciences
4h
Non-Linguistic Discipline: Physics (if begun in Seconde)
1h
Preparation for the Maths-Physics prepas
1h
Cambridge / TOEFL participation
1h
Modern Language C Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Arabic
1 to 3 hours
Arts (visual arts, theatre)
2h
Specific option Mathematics
1h30
Terminale (Year 13) – Programme details
French
4h
History-Geography
3h
Modern Language A and Modern Language B
5h30
Physical and sports education
2h
Scientific teaching
2h30
Moral and civic education
18h/year
Class hours
1h30
Maths and French one-to-one support
2h
Career education
1h + 18h action/year
Guidance
18h/year
History, Geography, Geopolitics and Political Science
4h
Humanities, Literature and Philosophy
4h
Foreign Languages, Literatures and Cultures
4h
Mathematics
4h
Digital and Computer Science
4h
Physics-Chemistry
4h
Life and Earth Sciences
4h
Economic and Social Sciences
4h
Non-Linguistic Discipline: Physics (if continued in Year 12, from Year 11)
2h
Preparation for the Maths-Physics preparatory courses
2h
Cambridge / TOEFL participation
1h
Modern Language C Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Arabic
1 to 2 hours
Ancient languages and civilisations: Latin or Greek (depending on enrolment)
1 to 3 hours
Arts (visual arts, theatre)
2h
Expert Mathematics (possible if Maths option) or Supplementary Mathematics
3h
Contemporary law
3h
Specific Mathematics Option
1h30
Results and guidance
We also prepare our students for university by making them aware of the demands of higher education. Our personalised support helps each student to make informed choices about their higher education and to succeed in their applications to the most selective Grandes Écoles and universities, both in France and abroad.
Very good
20 %
Fine
34 %
Quite good
9 %
A typical day
The Lycée prepares students for the challenges of university by developing their talents and skills. Supervised by Heads of House, who act as surrogate parents, they are closely monitored to ensure their well-being, safety and academic success, while remaining in contact with their parents and the school service.
Waking up
6:45 AM
Breakfast
7:15 AM
Class
7:55 AM to 10:40 AM
Break
10:40 AM
Class
11 AM to 12:50 AM
Lunch Break
11:55 AM or 12:50 PM (2 services)
Class, Sports or Artistic Activities
2:15 PM to 4:05 PM or 5 PM (2 times a week)
Afternoon break
4:05 PM
First guided study
5 PM
Dinner and free time
7 PM
Roll -call
8:15 PM (all students gather around their heads of house)
Second guided study
8:30 PM to 9:15 PM (4th and 3rd grade)
Bedtime for the youngest
9:30 PM
Bedtime for older children
10:30 PM
Download the brochure
To find out more about the courses and activities in the 2025-2026 school programme, download the brochure below.
Calendar
School holidays
École des Roches follows the Zone B school calendar, with clearly defined holiday periods to allow students to rest while balancing their academic year.
Toussaint :
Friday 17 October – Sunday 02 November 2025
Christmas :
Friday 19 December at 5.30pm – Sunday 04 January 2026
Winter :
Friday 13 February at 5.30pm – Sunday1 March 2026
Spring :
Friday 10 April at 5.30pm – Sunday 26 April 2026
Organisation of departures
Departures and returns during the holidays are organised to ensure that everything runs smoothly for both French and international students.
France :
Friday after school – Sunday after school from 6 p.m.
International :
Friday: Departure by plane from Roissy Charles de Gaulle, flight between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The return Sunday: return by plane, arriving at Roissy Charles de Gaulle, flight between 12.30 and 4.30 p.m.
Key dates
These key events, to which families are invited, strengthen community ties and celebrate the values of the school.
Saturday 14 June 2025:
School Fête
Tuesday 11 November 2025:
Promotion baptism
Rates
These prices include the entrance fee, the deposit, tuition and boarding as well as personal expenses (excluding options).
| Classes | Permanent boarding | 5-day boarding course | Half-board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée | 43 350 € | 33 785 € | 17 915 € |
Registration
The École des Roches application process is structured to ensure that all applications are fully assessed. It consists of three main stages:
File analysis
Families must provide recent school reports, a letter of motivation and pay an application fee of €150.
Individual interviews
Conducted online or on site, this interview provides a better understanding of the student’s plans and an opportunity to discuss them with the family.
Final decision
Once the application has been studied and the interview completed, the school informs the families of its decision via the Open Apply platform.
Would you like to find out more?
We’d love to hear from you.
295 Avenue Edmond Demolins
27130 Verneuil d’Avre et d’Iton France
+33 (0)2 32 60 40 00
contact@ecoledesroches.com