Language arts
Reading, writing and expression in French and English, nourished by African literature and oral traditions.
From Year 1 to Year 5, the CEN primary years combine academic rigour with African cultural grounding. Bilingual French / English teaching rests on active learning, where pupils build their own knowledge, develop critical thinking and grow in independence.
Reading, writing and expression in French and English, nourished by African literature and oral traditions.
Arithmetic, problem solving and logical reasoning, rooted in situations from pupils' everyday lives.
Experimental method, observation and understanding of living things, matter and the environment.
African history, geography and civilisations, set in the context of the contemporary world.
Drawing, painting and making, between traditional forms and contemporary expression.
Sport, team games and healthy habits, supporting health and team spirit.
Cross-disciplinary projects, cultural workshops and an introduction to digital tools.
Drama, singing, storytelling and public speaking to build ease and self-confidence.
FAQ – Primary
The primary years consolidate the fundamentals — reading, writing, arithmetic, reasoning — while developing critical thinking and independence. From Year 1 to Year 5, each level gradually prepares pupils for what comes next, with consistently high academic standards.
French-English bilingualism shapes the whole of school life: pupils work in both languages in writing and speech, aiming for genuine fluency. African literature and oral traditions enrich that learning.
Visual arts, music and the performing arts are an integral part of the programme. They also support other subjects: staging historical narratives, making art around traditional patterns, digital projects.
Yes. The study of African civilisations, their history and geography is central, set against major world events and their impact on contemporary Africa.
Pupils learn by experiment: observing, handling, forming hypotheses and testing them. Traditional African knowledge is set in dialogue with modern science and technology.
Physical education combines team sports, athletics and traditional African games. The emphasis is on well-being, team spirit, fair play and developing leadership.
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