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LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 2

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 3

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 4

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 5

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 6

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 7

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 8

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 9

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 10

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 11

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 12

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 13

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 14

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 15

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16


Slide 16

LYCEE INTERNATIONAL
English section
Friday, October 10th 2008
Strasbourg
1

The English Section
 One of the 6 International Sections (with German,






Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Russian Sections)
A strong academic and extracurricular programme
A unique opportunity to acquire a bilingual and
bicultural education
The results, and the track record of a lot of our alumni
justify the Lycée ‘s reputation as one of the
outstandingly successful schools in France.
A preparation for further education with an extensive
support system for university entrance (UCAS)

 Admissions: all candidates are given a written test in

English and an oral interview
2

 The students are enrolled in classes of different levels

which meet their specific language needs: English Special
(1 to 4) or English National – based on their level of
competence.
 National: for native or near-native students who are aiming

at British or American examinations or the International
option of the French Baccalauréat. Work includes the
extensive and intensive study of literature.
 Special: for non-native speakers who have attained a

satisfactory level of competence and motivation. Courses
are centred on the acquisition of language skills but
students must be able to study works of a literary nature.
 A note on group changes: changes must be justified

pedagogically, both language and history teachers have to
agree.
3

English Special
Language/
Literature

History

Seconde

4h/ week

2h/week

Première

4h/week

1h/ week
(civilisation)

Terminale

3h/ weekpreparation for the
Baccalauréat
Anglais LV1

/

4

English National
Language/
Literature

History

Geography

Seconde
IGCSE

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Première
OIB

4h/week

2h/week

2h/week

Terminale
OIB

5h/week

3h/week

2h/week

5

IGCSE

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
 At the end of 2nde (Year 11) National pupils take

IGCSE examinations in English Literature and
English Language
 Biology is optional

6

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
General
 Open to students from the three “séries” of the French








Baccalaureate: S, ES and L.
The OIB examinations replace the traditional English and
History/Geography examinations in the French Baccalaureate
and are an integral part of the French Baccalaureate
Moderated and supervised by the University of Cambridge
A Level standards
Higher "coéfficients“ reward both the students‘ bilingualism as
well as the extra hours and hard work demanded by this very
rigorous programme
Our students have achieved a 100% success rate since the
foundation of the examination.
7

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
English Literature and Language
 An experience of studying and appreciating literature
 A four hour written paper: essays on texts taken from a

list covering the three genres - Drama, the Novel and
Poetry; as well as an unseen exercise in Comparative
Literature
 An oral, which lasts half an hour: a 15 minute
commentary on an unseen passage taken from a
Shakespeare play that they have studied, followed by a
discussion of two other texts chosen from the list of texts
8

OPTION INTERNATIONALE DU
BACCALAUREAT (OIB)
History-Geography
 A four hour written paper: essay topic and document

study
- in Twentieth Century World History (1945-1990)
- in World Geography
- Students may choose to answer either in English or in
French
 An oral, which lasts fifteen minutes and is conducted
entirely in English:
- five topics in History and five topics in Geography
- a ten minute detailed presentation of one topic, selected
at random, and answer questions arising from their talk.
9

Nature and coefficients of the tests
 Language/Literature
coefficient 10 in section L - 9 in ES - 9 in S
 The written test lasts four hours and comprises a choice of three

essays.
(coefficient 6 in L- 5 in ES-S).
 The oral test consists of a 30 minute interrogation after a 35 minute

preparation on a number of works or texts. (Coefficient 4 in all sections).

 History/Geography
coefficient 8 in L - 9 in ES - 7 in S
 The written and oral tests are based on specific syllabi for Terminale.

( Coefficient 5 in L - 5 in ES - 4 in S).
 The oral exam consists of an interrogation after a 20 minute preparation

on topics covered in the course. The candidate must answer in English.
10
(Coefficient 4 in L - 4 in ES - 3 in S).

Examinations
 Cambridge English as a Foreign Language Examination:

 First Certificate of English

 Certificate of Advanced English
 Proficiency in English
 IELTS :

International English Language Testing System

( http://www.ielts.org/ )
 American Examinations :

- Preliminary SAT®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 Preparation classes for the Cambridge are offered to candidates

(lunchtime classes at school)
11

European Language Portfolio








A European Framework with common reference levels developed the Council of Europe
Language competences described according to common criteria accepted throughout
Europe
To provide a record of the linguistic and cultural skills they have acquired
The European Language Portfolio project has two main aims:
a) The pedagogic function

- to enhance the motivation of the learners
- to improve their ability to communicate
- to reflect their objectives, ways of learning and success in language learningto learn
autonomously

b) The documentation and reporting function
- to document its holder's language proficiency and experiences in other languages in a
comprehensive, informative, transparent and reliable way.
- There are many occasions to present a Language Portfolio (a transfer to another
school,
change to a higher educational sector, the beginning of a language course, a meeting
with a
career advisor, or an application for a new post.


www.coe.int/portfolio/

12

Various Projects









Theater/Cinema outings
Poetry workshop and prize sponsored by The
Rhine Valley Irish Association. This year’s theme
is: CHANGE (Seconde level)
School trip to Indianapolis (Seconde Special 2)
Terminale yearbook
American Elections Exhibition (Terminale Special)
Christmas Party
We are also very happy to welcome parents/
guest speakers to come to class and share a
specific skill.
13

Useful Websites











lycéepontonniers.free.fr
Information on the O.I.B(Asiba = Association des
Sections Internationales Britanniques et
Anglophones): asiba.web.cern.ch /asiba/
Information on the IGCSE: www.cie.org.uk
University of Cambridge Examinations (First,
Advanced, Proficiency): www.cambridgeesol.org
IELTS examinations: www.britishcouncil.org
British universities: www.ucas.com
also the very useful Guardian university guide:
http:// education.guardian.co.uk
14

Picture
Gallery

15

16