REVIEW OF Lycée Français de Toronto BY student, Ayleen Volibi

(4) Student Experience

This is a great school. I joined in November, and the people are so kind and helpful. The students in grade 10 are really nice. I have good and thoughtful friends. The teachers don’t hesitate to help you whenever you need it, and they all take the time to assist you. They organize school trips in North America and South America, which is incredible. The trips in South America have helped me a lot with my Spanish. The school is very diverse, and there isn’t any bullying here. They take bullying very seriously. The school has a lot of activities like Model UN. This year, the Model UN group went to Montreal and Chicago, and they are going to one conference in Toronto this April. I highly recommend this school!

(4.5) School Leadership

The school leadership is great. They got the students involved in everything. The teachers are wonderful; they really engaged us in all activities. We create projects that could help people who don’t feel good in their own lives. We don’t hesitate to assist others with their homework. There isn’t any judgment regarding questions of any kind. There is a good relationship between the students and the teachers, which is fantastic! I highly recommend this school.

(4.5) Teaching

The teachers are all amazing, and they take the time to explain whenever we don’t understand what they are saying. Each teacher has different teaching techniques, and they are all very patient with us. The classes are small, allowing teachers to explain to each and every one of us. The teachers are very diverse: there are white teachers, black teachers, and LGBTQ teachers. They come from various countries all over the world. Teachers take bullying very seriously, and they are all wonderful. They dedicate time in their own lives to answer emails, responding quickly, which helps a lot. They are really good at communicating with the students, even with those who are very shy, which is fantastic.

(3.5) Academics

The academics is really great. I highly recommend the French program. It's one of the best programs after the IB system. The system can help you gain admission to many universities around the world. You become bilingual easily once you enter the French program. There are a lot of options that you can take. In Grade 11, you have to choose your “specialty,” which is a subject you focus on. You do four more hours for each specialty you choose. You must take three specialties. The French program offers many interesting subjects. I highly recommend the French program for those reasons. The French program can get you into top universities like Harvard, Yale, the University of Toronto, and institutions in France.

(3.5) Extracurriculars

There are a lot of extracurricular activities in the French system, and teachers encourage you to participate in one so that your report card reflects this, making a good impression on universities. Options include football, basketball, Model UN, film, and other incredible extracurriculars. I highly recommend this French school; they are great.

(4.5) Students

Students in this school are really kind and supportive. They come from different countries, so you won’t ever feel left out. There are many activities with the students outside of school, allowing you to get to know everyone a little bit better. People are so respectful and thoughtful; whenever you don’t understand an assignment, they come and help you. There's no bullying in the school; they are all about integrity and won’t ever judge you for your looks or appearance. Life at school is so peaceful. The students are really happy to be there; they usually feel better at school than at home. I’ve never seen such a great school in my entire life. I wholeheartedly recommend this school for those reasons.

(3.5) School Life

School life is great. You never really get bored at school; everyone cares about what's best for the students. There's a room called the foyer where high school students can relax and think about things other than school. They organize many activities outside of school to ensure everyone feels included. The teachers do everything they can to prevent any student from feeling left out. For example, the science teacher makes a strong effort to include each of us. That is why I highly recommend this French school. I really love this French school and the teachers of both French and English.

(4) Community

The school has a vibrant energy. We have lots of lively conversations with each other in classes or in our extracurricular clubs. Whatever we do, arts, sports, or anything else, is with passion. The school has an inclusive environment that fosters a sense of belonging, where students feel supported and encouraged to pursue their passions. The school's community is a place where we build friendships, make memories, and grow our talents.

(4) School Location

The school's location is great. There is a park nearby, and there are many fast food options in case you forget your lunch. The bus stop is really close; it’s a 2-minute walk. There is plenty of infrastructure, so you don’t have to worry about safety. That’s why the location is so desirable.

(4) Admissions

The admission process is very fast, and the communication is excellent. My mom and the director spoke, and one week later, I joined the school. The school organized “les portes ouvertes, “which is a day when families can visit the school, and they assist you in filling out the admission papers. There are papers in different languages; they genuinely consider everyone and aim to include everyone. This is why I highly recommend this French school.