The Collège stage covers ages 11 to 15 and includes 6e, 5e, 4e, and 3e. It is a crucial step in the French curriculum where students consolidate knowledge, develop independence, and prepare for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB).
Collège provides a broad, balanced education, combining academic depth with cultural, artistic, and civic development. It serves as the bridge between primary education and the Lycée.
It is divided into two pedagogical cycles: Cycle 3 (6ᵉ) and Cycle 4 (5ᵉ, 4ᵉ, 3ᵉ).
Total teaching time: approx. 26 hours per week across 36 weeks.
Students study a wide range of disciplines:
Typical mandatory hours per week:
| Subject / Area | 6e (Year 7) | 5e (Year 8) | 4e (Year 9) | 3e (Year 10) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| French | 4 h 30 | 4 h 30 | 4 h 30 | 4 h |
| Mathematics | 4 h 30 | 3 h 30 | 3 h 30 | 3 h 30 |
| History–Geography & Moral/Civic Education | 3 h | 3 h | 3 h | 3 h 30 |
| First Foreign Language (LV1) | 4 h | 3 h | 3 h | 3 h |
| Second Foreign Language (LV2) | 2 h 00 | 2 h 30 | 2 h 30 | 2 h 30 |
| Science (Life & Earth) + Physics–Chemistry | 3 h | 1 h 30 + 1 h 30 | 1 h 30 + 1 h 30 | 1 h 30 + 1 h 30 |
| Technology | – | 1 h | 1 h | 1 h |
| Physical Education (PE) | 4 h | 3 h | 3 h | 3 h |
| Arts Education (Visual Arts + Music) | 1 h + 1 h | 1 h + 1 h | 1 h + 1 h | 1 h + 1 h |
| Thai national (For Thai only) | 4 h 00 | 4 h 00 | 4 h 00 | 4 h 00 |
| Anglais renforcé/étude dirigée (non Thai) | 2 h 00 | 2 h 00 | 2 h 00 | 2 h 00 |
| Thai Culture (non Thai) | 1 h | 1 h | 1 h | 1 h |
By the end of Collège, students will have:
Assessments and Academic Validation at Collège
At Windfield International School, students in year 7 (6ème) and year 9 (4ème) sit national assessments set by the French Ministry of National Education (MENJ) each September.
These standardized tests evaluate core skills in French and Mathematics, providing a clear picture of each learner’s strengths and areas for progress.
Throughout the school year, we ensure continuous assessment through class observation, regular exercises, and projects.
All results are entered into Myscol and compiled into the student report card — a secure digital record, with detailed reports issued in December, April, and June
Windfield uses Myscol to manage academic tracking.
Myscol is a secure online platform where parents and students can view grades, timetables, attendance, teacher feedback, and official documents, ensuring transparent communication between school and families.
MyScol : Plateforme tout en un pour établissement scolaire
Collège students also take part in EPI exam – “Enseignements Pratiques Interdisciplinaires”.
An oral presentation where interdisciplinary projects connect multiple subjects around a common theme, encouraging teamwork, research, and real-world problem solving.
The middle school journey culminates in the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB). This French national diploma combines 50 % continuous assessment (coursework and term results) with 50 % final examinations in French, Mathematics, History–Geography/EMC, and Science.
Windfield students sit the final DNB exams at the Lycée Français International de Bangkok (LFIB).
Travel and accommodation costs for these sessions are the responsibility of families, and exam dates – different from those in mainland France – are communicated to parents as soon as they are confirmed.
The Collège stage aims to:
At Windfield International School, our Collège programme (6ᵉ to 3ᵉ) offers a rigorous education fully aligned with the French Ministry of National Education, while providing an international and bilingual environment that few schools can match.
A Comprehensive, Balanced Curriculum
Strong Focus on Languages and Culture
Specialist Teaching
Unlike many French collèges, Windfield provides subject-specialist teachers in Art, Music, Physical Education, and Swimming, ensuring expert instruction and inspiring, high-quality lessons.
Personalised Support in a Key Transition Stage
Individual guidance and close monitoring to help each student navigate the important years between primary school and lycée.
A welcoming, multicultural environment that encourages autonomy, responsibility, and global awareness.
Preparation for National Exams and Beyond
By combining French academic rigour, rich bilingual exposure, and the expertise of specialist teachers, Windfield’s Collège programme develops confident, globally minded students ready to succeed in the next phase of their education and beyond.