Diplomacy, Primary, Secondary

Welcome to the new Director of the AEFE

September 1156, 2023

We are delighted to welcome Claudia Scherer-Effosse as the new Director General of the Agence pour l’Enseignement Français à l’Etranger (AEFE). Her experience and expertise will be invaluable assets for our educational community.

The AEFE network (Agence des Établissements Français de l’Etranger) is a key player in French education abroad. With more than 522 schools under agreement around the world, it offers French and foreign pupils a quality education, rooted in the values of the French-speaking world and cultural openness. Among these establishments, the LFRD stands out for its rich history and strong partnership with the AEFE.

An AEFE-approved school, such as the LFRD, is a school that has signed an agreement with the Agence des Établissements Français de l’Étranger. This agreement guarantees close collaboration between the school and the AEFE, in compliance with French educational standards and programmes.

What is an accredited school?

Compared with partner establishments, schools under agreement benefit from closer and more direct support from the Agency. They are regularly assessed and monitored by educational inspectorates to ensure the quality of their teaching and operations. In addition, they have access to the resources and training offered by the AEFE, which contributes to the continuous improvement of their educational offer.

The schools under agreement are also subject to recruitment and teacher qualification standards, thus ensuring a competent and qualified teaching team. They are also required to respect the principles and values of the AEFE, such as the promotion of the French language, the French-speaking world and cultural openness.

In short, being an AEFE-accredited school is a guarantee of quality and educational excellence, with special support from the Agency to ensure that education meets French standards. This strengthens the confidence of families in the quality of the education provided and in the development of their children within the school.

As a recognised school, the Lycée Français René Descartes in Phnom Penh benefits from a strong partnership with the AEFE. This partnership guarantees the quality of the teaching provided and ensures compliance with French educational standards and programmes. The AEFE plays an essential role in supporting the school in its educational missions and encouraging exchanges and cooperation with other schools in the network.

What role does the LFRD play in Cambodia?

Founded in 1951, the Lycée Français René Descartes in Phnom Penh is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the Cambodian capital. It was created to meet the educational needs of French children living in Cambodia, as well as children of other nationalities wishing to benefit from a quality French education.

Over the decades, the LFRD has evolved remarkably. It has adapted to the country’s socio-economic and political changes, while maintaining its commitment to academic excellence and the personal development of its students.

Today, the school caters for pupils from kindergarten through to the final year of secondary school, offering a comprehensive curriculum tailored to different levels of learning. It offers teaching based on the French curriculum, while promoting an openness to Khmer culture and language.

The LFRD is recognised for its academic excellence and its competent and dedicated teaching staff. It offers a stimulating learning environment, conducive to the intellectual and personal development of its students.

With its rich history and commitment to quality education, the LFRD continues to play a vital role in Cambodia’s educational community, shaping future leaders and global citizens.

Embassy – LFRD: together into the future

The French Embassy in Cambodia plays a central role in the partnership between the AEFE and the Lycée Français René Descartes in Phnom Penh. As the AEFE’s representative in the country, it coordinates activities and ensures that French educational programmes are implemented. The embassy also provides administrative and financial support, contributing to the smooth running of the school.

Thanks to this strong partnership, the LFRD offers quality education, adapted to the needs of French and international students. Students benefit from a stimulating learning environment, conducive to their personal development and academic success. In addition, the school encourages intercultural exchanges and promotes openness to the world, preparing students to become responsible and committed citizens of the world.

In conclusion, the strong partnership between the AEFE and the Lycée Français René Descartes in Phnom Penh is a guarantee of quality and educational excellence. Thanks to this fruitful collaboration, the school is able to offer its pupils a first-class education, rooted in the values of the French-speaking world and openness to the world.