Ferdi McDermott, Headmaster of Chavagnes International College writes: As our world is more and more shaped by social media and online interactions we can easily underestimate the enormous influence that this parallel universe can have on young people's development. Boarding schools, on the whole, are aware of this and offer an alternative. (Murkett, 2024). They … Continue reading Benefits of Boarding Schools for Today’s digitalised young people
Exploring the Vendee Region: A Cultural Adventure at Chavagnes International College
Introduction: Exploring the Vendee Region: A Cultural Experience at Chavagnes International College Welcome to the vibrant and culturally rich Vendee region in France, where history, natural beauty, and culinary delights come together to create a truly unforgettable experience. Nestled within this picturesque region is Chavagnes International College, a prestigious boarding school that offers a well-rounded … Continue reading Exploring the Vendee Region: A Cultural Adventure at Chavagnes International College
The Transformative Power of Faith-Based Education at Chavagnes International College
Introduction: The Value of Faith-Based Education in Catholic Boarding SchoolsFaith-based education plays a fundamental role in shaping students' character, values, and overall growth. Catholic boarding schools, with their faith-based approach, offer a unique and comprehensive education that goes beyond academics.One exemplary institution that embodies this approach is Chavagnes International College, a boys' Catholic boarding school … Continue reading The Transformative Power of Faith-Based Education at Chavagnes International College
The Advantages of a Boys Catholic Boarding School Education at Chavagnes International College
Introduction: The Benefits of a Boys' Catholic Boarding School Education A boys' Catholic boarding school education offers numerous advantages for academic, personal, and spiritual development. These institutions provide a unique environment that fosters growth and prepares students for future success. Chavagnes International College, a boys' Catholic boarding school in France, exemplifies these benefits with its … Continue reading The Advantages of a Boys Catholic Boarding School Education at Chavagnes International College
Catholic Independent Schools Conference
"The Joy of the Gospel in our Schools" was the title of the recent annual conference of the Catholic Independent Schools Conference, held 15-16 January 2015 at Oatlands Park Hotel, Weybridge. More details of CISC: http://www.cisc.uk.net
Chavagnes annnounces new development plan
Chavagnes International College, France, a British international curriculum Catholic boarding school for boys, has announced a new development plan for the next five years. The new initiative, combining internal restructuring of personnel and management with a programme of building works, will be detailed at a meeting for current parents and parents of potential future pupils … Continue reading Chavagnes annnounces new development plan
An interesting critique of the IB
For an interesting critique of the international baccalaureat, from the other side of the Atlantic: http://www.cfam.org/publications/id.1737/pub_detail.asp This particular website slams the IB's 'internationalist' and 'progressive' agenda. Interestingly, all GCSEs in Britain (though not necessarily IGCSEs) have to pay lipservice to environmental and 'inclusivity' concerns, whatever the academic discipline, following government diktats under Labour. Hence in … Continue reading An interesting critique of the IB
Boys say it’s cool to fool around in co-ed schools
boys are going to single sex schools because their parents think they will do better there
Catholic boarding school for boys on Vatican Radio
Chavagnes International College's Principal, Ferdi McDermott, with three pupils, interviewed by Vatican Radio ...
All-girls schools: the advantages
The Benefits of Attending a Girls' School (with thanks to The National Coalition of Girls' Schools, USA) New Interest, Deep Roots Girls' schools have been a staple of education for centuries, yet today single-sex learning is one of the most talked-about topics in the national dialog on how best to educate children. But even … Continue reading All-girls schools: the advantages
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