The start of this year has been especially rich in events and learning experiences for our students. In this newsletter, we invite you to explore the key moments from the past few weeks.
At Eurécole, our educational approach is built on three fundamental pillars: language 🌍, culture 🎭, and sport 🏆. These elements shape our curriculum, enabling students to thrive in a multilingual and multicultural environment while nurturing their intellectual curiosity and perseverance.
We are delighted to share with you an overview of the projects and activities that have been shaping life at Eurécole since January. 🚀
Language at Eurécole 📖🌍
🎓 CM2 Students Immerse Themselves in Middle School Language Classes
Our CM2 students recently had the opportunity to take part in an immersive language course at Eurécole Middle School. During this experience, they delved into the world of magical realism in Spanish through a workshop led by their teacher, Mr. Pita, who shared a special message praising their enthusiasm and engagement.
🇪🇸✨ A Dynamic and Enriching Term in Spanish
🔬 Science Workshop on DNA 🧬
As part of their Spanish classes, primary school students participated in a DNA science workshop in collaboration with researchers from the Society of Spanish Researchers in France (SIEF). This project blended science and language learning, allowing students to explore complex scientific concepts in an interactive and immersive environment.
Visit to the Chilean Embassy 🇨🇱
Primary and middle school students had the opportunity to visit the Chilean Embassy for a cultural excursion. They explored the works of Pablo Neruda and Gabriela Mistral, learned to compose odas—a poetic form characteristic of Chilean literature—and discovered rondas, traditional singing games.
A highlight of the visit was stepping into the very room where Pablo Neruda found out he had won the Nobel Prize, making it a truly inspiring and unforgettable experience.
🇬🇧🇺🇸🔬 Science in English: Observing and Understanding Nature
CE2 students participated in a science module in English, focusing on evergreen trees 🌳. Through observation and drawing exercises, they analyzed different species while expanding their scientific vocabulary. This project introduced them to life and earth sciences, blending nature exploration with language learning. 📚🌿
Culture at Eurécole 🎭🎨
🎨 Middle School Students Explore the Arts
Artistic expression is an essential part of life at Eurécole. This term, middle school students explored various artistic themes:
– 3rd-year students created comic strips to depict historical events. 🖋️
– 4th-year students experimented with self-portraits using different artistic techniques. 🎭
– 6th-year students designed narrative compositions inspired by mythical creatures. 🐉
📚✨ A Literary Exchange at Primary School: The Book Sale
Eurécape, the parents’ association, organized a book exchange at the primary school. Students had the opportunity to trade books, give them a second life, and discover new stories. 📖💡
🎨 Primary School Visit to the Musée de Poche
Primary students visited the Musée de Poche, a museum offering creative workshops and a selection of children’s books. This visit provided insight into the work of authors and illustrators, offering a new perspective on storytelling.
After exploring an exhibition by Jean Claverie and Michelle Nikly, CP students immersed themselves in La Batterie de Théophile through a musical experience, enriching both their artistic and sensory learning. 🎶
🎼🎻 Middle School Students Visit the Philharmonie de Paris
4th-year students visited the Philharmonie de Paris to deepen their musical knowledge through an immersive experience.
They explored the evolution of musical instruments from traditional origins to modern synthetic designs.
The visit concluded with an interactive space dedicated to Pierre Henry, the creator of the iconic Psyché Rock, where students experimented with contemporary music production tools. 🎷🎵
CE1 Art Project: “The Story Box”
Each year, a central theme is highlighted in our educational projects. This year, CE1 students are working on fairy tales. ✨📖
📌 Inspired by classic stories such as Snow White, Little Red Riding Hood, and Jack and the Beanstalk, they first painted beautiful forest landscapes 🌳 before creating narrative elements to illustrate their stories.
Sport at Eurécole 🏆🏅
⛷️❄️️ Middle School Ski Trip
Middle school students spent a week in the mountains, combining sports with discovering the mountain environment.
Their program included skiing, shared moments, and breathtaking landscapes! 🏂
🤺 Fencing Initiation and World Cup Experience
Primary students took part in a fencing workshop led by professionals from the French Fencing Federation. They then attended the Men’s Foil World Cup in Paris, where they witnessed top athletes in action—an unforgettable sporting experience! 🏅
🔠🧘 Eurécole’s Letters Come to Life in Sports Class
CE1 students demonstrated flexibility and creativity by forming the letters of Eurécole with their bodies during Physical Education class!
Upcoming Events & News
CM2 Trip to the Pays Basque
📆 March 24–28, 2025
CM2 students will embark on a school trip to the Pays Basque, where they will:
🍰 Learn to prepare the famous gâteau basque
🎾 Play pelote basque
🥾 Hike up Jara and La Rhune
🌊 Explore Saint-Jean-de-Luz