Collège César (Roquefort-les-Pins)
ASEICA International Section
Bilingual section serving Le Rouret and Roquefort-les-Pins area students.
400–600
Students
28
Nationalities
ASEICA
Bilingual
Est. 1950
Founded
Overview
Collège César is a public French state secondary school (collège) serving grades 6–9 (ages 11–15). For expatriate families seeking an authentic French education without private school costs, Collège César is the gold standard in the region.
Built on rigorous French national curriculum standards, excellent teaching, and consistent academic results, Collège César is known for preparing students well for lycée entry.
Most importantly: tuition is essentially free. The only costs are minimal annual administrative fees (€100–€500) and optional school outings. This makes Collège César the most affordable quality secondary education on the French Riviera.
Curriculum & Programs
French National Curriculum
Collège César follows the French national curriculum with rigorous academics aligned with Ministry standards. Core subjects include French language, mathematics, sciences, history-geography, and civic education.
French: Literature, grammar, composition, and critical thinking. Mathematics: Algebra, geometry, statistics. Sciences: Biology, physics, chemistry, earth sciences with project-based learning.
ASEICA Bilingual Section
ASEICA (Anglais Section d'Excellence et d'Immersion Culturelle Approfondie) is a selective, honours-level bilingual programme. About 60–80 places are available annually, making it highly competitive.
ASEICA students receive approximately 30% of instruction in English: enriched English literature, American history and culture, advanced oral expression, and bilingual project work.
Graduates of ASEICA are exceptionally well-positioned for advanced English pathways at lycée and university-level international studies.
Campus & Facilities
Learning Spaces
Science laboratories (physics, chemistry, biology), computer labs with interactive boards, multimedia library and study spaces, art & music studios.
Sports & Recreation
Indoor gymnasium, outdoor sports courts (tennis, basketball), football pitch, canteen & student spaces.
Diverse Opportunities
Arts & Culture: Drama club, student newspaper, photography, art exhibitions. Performances at school events.
Sport Clubs: Football, basketball, volleyball, swimming, tennis. Competitive teams and intramural leagues.
Languages Club: English conversation groups, cultural exchanges, cinema clubs (English/French films). ASEICA-led activities.
Admissions
Requirements
- •For Carte Scolaire Residents: Automatic assignment if you live in Roquefort-les-Pins catchment. Register with your mairie (town hall) in April/May of Grade 5.
- •For ASEICA (Selective): Submit application in February/March. Take entrance exam in April/May (English assessment + reasoning). ~60 places for all applicants.
- •For Derogation (Non-Residents): Apply for exception to carte scolaire through local académie. Approval depends on available space.
Tuition & Fees
- •Tuition: Minimal—typically €100–€500 per year
- •As a public institution, education is essentially free
- •Families pay only minimal administrative and activity fees
- •Most affordable option for French Riviera families
Location
Collège César (Roquefort-les-Pins) is ideally situated, offering easy access from major towns and communities across the region.
10 min
Mougins
20 min
Grasse
30 min
Cannes
35 min
Nice Airport
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