The New School Bilingual School, located in the 8th arrondissement of Lyon in brand-new premises, hosted an exceptional ceremony this Saturday morning to honour the 88 pupils who passed the prestigious Cambridge examinations. The event highlighted the seriousness and success of a school committed to bilingual excellence.
A landmark moment for the school and its pupils
The ceremony took place in the presence of Angélique Boeuf, the new head of school, who took the opportunity to underline the importance of language learning in a globalised world. She praised the efforts of pupils and teachers, who work every day to reach a high level of English skills.
Andrew Spraggins, director of the English examinations centre at UCLy, was also present and personally handed the diplomas to the recipients. He underlined that Cambridge certifications are a real asset for pupils, both in further studies and in their future professional careers. He also praised the exceptional level of New School pupils.
A ceremony marked by academic excellence
Nathalie Alfano, head of teaching, took the floor to congratulate pupils on their hard work and determination to reach this goal. According to her, academic excellence is not simply the result of talent, but of constant discipline and commitment. She added that these diplomas are not just a stepping stone, but an open door to many opportunities.
The pupils, surrounded by their families and teachers, then took the floor to express their pride at reaching this important milestone. The ceremony was punctuated by moving speeches and moments of togetherness, reinforcing the team spirit and solidarity that characterise the school.
A promising future for the graduates
Graduates of New School Bilingual School can now look to the future with confidence, equipped with their command of English and the skills they have built throughout their school journey. Thanks to Cambridge certifications, these young talents will have a considerable advantage for their future international studies and careers.
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