Our Mission
Through a rigorous, bilingual programme and innovative methods, we educate students to become responsible, creative, and principled global citizens. We teach them to think critically and act ethically, to form and express their own opinions and respect those of others, to define their own life goals, and to make sense of and embrace change.
Our Values
Excellence
Each student is entitled to the best possible education with the goal of achieving excellence in both intellectual and social endeavours. Learning at school should be a fulfilling experience, which fosters joy, creative thinking, and openness. Through individual and collective learning initiatives, we encourage our students to think positively about themselves and recognise and value their own talents and those of others.
Creative Thinking
Learning takes many forms and is enhanced by diverse pedagogical approaches and the balanced use of technology. Educators are encouraged to think and teach creatively and to use a variety of methods, from lectures to hands-on project-based sessions, and from classic books to digital resources. They develop innovative lesson plans to help each child discover their own learning style, talents, and potential.
Integrity
Honesty is of paramount importance in building character. Students are encouraged to embrace challenges and welcome hurdles while being truthful, realistic, and fair. They develop an ability to own their mistakes and learn from them.
Community
Teamwork is a key part of our school our school activities. This fosters a sense of community and solidarity both within the school, and the greater community, from positive collaboration and healthy competition in the classroom to volunteering and community involvement. We appreciate the involvement and support of our parents and broader community.
Respect
Pupils, families, and employees from all backgrounds and cultures are welcome in our school. We respect and celebrate their identity, lifestyles, preferences, and individual differences. Every member of our community, both pupils and adults, are expected to do the same.
Global Citizenship
Global citizenship is a mindset that values equity, responsibility, respect, community, inclusivity, sustainability, diversity, and inspiration. It refers to a sense of identity that goes beyond geographic and cultural boundaries while contributing actively to society within a local context.
Learn MoreOur History
The Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill was officially named in 2015 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who passed away on 24 January 1965. This inaugural year was significant because it marked the 75th anniversary of two key historical events: Winston Churchill’s first appointment as British Prime Minister and the Battle of Britain. The name of the school was chosen in recognition of Winston Churchill’s vital contribution to the Allied victory in World War II and the 1944 Liberation of France.
School Status
The Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill operates as an independent not for profit school, established by the French Education Charitable Trust (FECT). It is part of the expanding global network of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE), a government organization under the supervision of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development. The AEFE network currently encompasses over 500 educational institutions across 135 countries, educating more than 350,000 students worldwide. Of these students, 40% are French nationals reflecting the diverse and international nature of the student body.
In 2019, the Lycée Winston Churchill expanded its academic offerings by introducing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), providing students with an internationally recognised and rigorous programme.