Study programmes abroad
Our school programmes abroad
Go and study abroad for anything from a few weeks to a full academic year. You’ll attend classes at a local secondary school and share daily life with a host family. Depending on your destination and the option you choose, you may also stay in halls of residence with other young people your own age.
Much more than just a language course, this programme offers you a genuine immersion in another country, another language and a new culture. As the weeks go by, you’ll become more confident in the language, discover a different school system and embrace the way of life of young people in your host country.
Whichever country you choose, every destination promises a unique experience, rich in discoveries, new encounters and lasting memories.
Would you like to find out more about our High School programmes? Book an appointment with one of our advisers for a personalised one-to-one consultation.
Destinations
School programme in Ireland
Go and study in Ireland and experience total immersion in the heart of a warm and welcoming culture.
You’ll join a local secondary school, where you’ll attend lessons alongside young Irish students and can take part in the extracurricular activities organised by the school. It’s a great opportunity to improve your English naturally, discover a new education system and make friends with people your own age.
Staying with an Irish host family, you’ll share in their daily life and gain an insider’s view of the traditions, way of life and hospitality for which the country is renowned. An enriching experience that fosters independence, open-mindedness and self-confidence.
School programmes in Canada
Canada is renowned for the excellence of its education system, the friendliness of its people, its quality of life and, of course, its spectacular landscapes. You can choose your host region and indicate your school preferences. Each school offers a wide range of subjects and extra-curricular activities.
This linguistic and cultural immersion will not only help you master the English language, but will also foster the maturity and international-mindedness that are almost essential in today’s world.
School programmes in the United States
Fly off to the United States and enjoy an unforgettable linguistic and cultural immersion experience!
You’ll attend a real American high school and discover what daily life is like for young people your own age. Depending on the programme you choose, you’ll be hosted by an American host family, stay in a student house or live in halls of residence right on your school’s campus.
We offer a range of homestay options, tailored to your goals and preferences, as well as programmes in student accommodation or at a boarding school with on-campus accommodation.
School programmes in England
Discover the excellence of the British education system by joining one of our prestigious partner Sixth Form Colleges: Chichester College, Itchen College or Brockenhurst College.
Renowned for the quality of their teaching, their personalised support and the diversity of their programmes, these institutions offer the ideal setting to prepare for your future studies. You can study A-levels – the preferred academic route to university – or choose vocational courses, which are more practice-oriented and focus on a specific field.
Studying at a Sixth Form College in England also means improving your English, becoming more independent and developing solid study habits. It is a particularly enriching experience and excellent preparation for university, both in the UK and internationally.
School programme in the Netherlands
Go and study in the Netherlands and discover a dynamic country, open to the world and renowned for the quality of its education.
For three months, a term or a school year, you’ll attend classes at a local secondary school and share the daily life of a volunteer host family. This immersion allows you to experience Dutch culture, traditions and the friendly way of life from the inside.
An enriching experience, just a few hours from home, to discover a different education system and fully experience the life of a young Dutch person.
School programmes in Spain
Spanish is a major language spoken by over 500 million people worldwide. It is also the second most widely used language for international communication and the third most widely used language on the internet.
We offer a choice of two programmes: one for 15–18-year-olds, lasting from one term to one academic year at a state school, with placements throughout Spain (regional choice available); or one for 16–18-year-olds at a private school in the Málaga region, for one term, a term or a school year.
School programmes in Scandinavia
Try a different kind of school experience and discover the Scandinavian way of life in Denmark, Norway or Sweden.
For three months, a term or a school year, you’ll join a local secondary school and attend lessons alongside young people your own age. You’ll be welcomed by a host family keen to share their daily life, traditions and culture with you.
This stay will allow you to discover an education system renowned for its open and participatory approach, whilst developing your independence, adaptability and openness to the world. No prior knowledge of the local language is required: you’ll learn gradually whilst you’re there, in an environment where English is widely spoken.
A unique and enriching adventure that can truly make a difference to your personal and academic journey.
Other destinations
A high school stay in Australia to experience life ‘down under’, or an academic immersion programme in a language other than English – such as German or French, if you’re not a French speaker? We have the programme for you:
Questions and Answers
Why study abroad?
A study programme abroad is much more than just an opportunity to improve your language skills. It is an immersive experience that pushes you to step outside your comfort zone, discover another culture and adapt to a new academic and family environment.
The skills you develop during this adventure will be invaluable for your future studies and career. A school, university or employer will recognise your independence, your ability to adapt, your curiosity and your openness to the world.
The main benefits
- Practising a language on a daily basis and becoming more fluent;
- Discover a new culture from the inside;
- Develop your independence and adaptability;
- Get to know yourself better and build your self-confidence;
- Gain maturity and become more open-minded;
- Form lasting friendships with young people from all over the world.
All these benefits will enrich your personal and academic journey, whilst giving you a head start for the future.
The local partner: a key player in your stay
At each destination, we work with an experienced local partner, who plays a vital role in ensuring the programme runs smoothly. Depending on the package chosen, they are involved in selecting the school and host family, as well as in the practical organisation of the stay.
Based locally, they support the student at every stage, answer their questions and ensure that their integration goes as smoothly as possible. Throughout the programme, they act as a key point of contact for the student, their host family and the school, and can intervene quickly should any difficulties arise.
Langues Vivantes: an experienced organisation
For over 30 years, Langues Vivantes has been supporting young people in realising their educational aspirations abroad. Our aim is to offer them much more than just language learning: a genuine immersion in another culture, a new education system and an international environment.
Over the years, we have developed a strong network of schools, school districts and recognised partner organisations. All are carefully selected to provide students with a welcoming and safe environment that fosters both their academic success and personal development.
Objective and personalised advice
As an independent organisation, we are free to select the partners and programmes we offer. This enables us to advise you objectively, taking into account the student’s profile, their goals, preferences and budget.
Our team provides personalised support, from choosing your destination and programme right through to your departure, and then throughout your time abroad.
A personalised service
Langues Vivantes is a small, friendly organisation where every student receives attentive, individual support. You’ll be supported by a dedicated contact person, available to advise you and answer your questions before you leave, during the programme and upon your return.
Because every project is different, we take the time to understand each student’s profile, expectations and needs so that we can offer the most suitable solutions. Listening, availability and responsiveness are at the heart of our support.
The best-price guarantee
Langues Vivantes is committed to offering high-quality programmes at the fairest possible price. Thanks to the relationships of trust we have built up over many years with our partners, we benefit from favourable terms which we pass on directly to our prices.
Have you found a cheaper offer from another organisation? Contact us and send us the details of the proposal. If it is the same programme, with comparable benefits and services, we will look into the possibility of matching the price offered.