Ecole Francaise de Berne

The school is committed to the universal values of the AEFE network, including tolerance, humanism, equal opportunities, intellectual curiosity, and the promotion of critical thinking. It aims to create an inclusive, respectful, and stimulating environment that nurtures informed, responsible, and well-rounded citizens. The school holds QSC 2.0 certification, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence, rigorous management, and continuous improvement.

The school follows the official French national curriculum from kindergarten (ages 3–6) through elementary (ages 6–11) and middle school (ages 11–15). It emphasizes a multilingual approach, immersing students in French, German, and English, and utilizes Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) for certain subjects. The school is certified as a "PARLE" institution, which provides enhanced foreign language pathways for students.

The school prepares students for the National Brevet Exam (DNB) at the end of middle school. Through its "PARLE" (Parcours Adapté et Renforcé en Langues Étrangères) certification, students are encouraged to pursue language proficiency, with the ultimate goal of passing Goethe and Cambridge examinations. The school's curriculum is designed to ensure continuity from preschool through middle school, with the AEFE network guaranteeing uninterrupted schooling up to the baccalaureate.

The school is an inclusive environment that provides support for students with special educational needs, including those with learning disabilities, high-potential students, and those undergoing long-term medical treatment. Accommodations recommended by the French Ministry of Education are implemented in the classroom. Additionally, the school employs a speech-language pathologist and provides structured support for non-French-speaking students.

The school accepts applications for students from age three, provided they are toilet-trained. Enrollment requires the creation of an EDUKA account, payment of registration fees, and a deposit for new students. For students transferring from non-accredited private schools, a placement test may be required. Families are encouraged to schedule a tour of the facility at Jubiläumsstrasse 93-95 in Bern prior to enrollment.

The school year typically runs from early September to early July. The calendar includes standard breaks for All Saints' Day, Christmas, winter, Easter, and spring, as well as public holidays such as Ascension and Pentecost. Specific dates for the start and end of terms are established annually and published on the school's website.

Located at Jubiläumsstrasse 93-95 in Bern, the school facility serves over 120 students across 10 classes. The campus includes dedicated spaces for kindergarten, elementary, and middle school students. The school also provides services such as catering, a daycare center, and study support.

The school offers a variety of extra-curricular activities, including language-focused options during lunch breaks. Students may participate in the College Life Council (CVC), a citizen body that allows them to propose initiatives regarding school life, cultural exchanges, and sustainable development. Additionally, the school organizes school outings and trips, and hosts a Summer Vacation Club.