THE NOVENA Each day of the novena, 23-31 July 2025, we invite you to say: One Our Father One Hail Mary The Father Baudouin Novena Prayer (see below) Father Baudouin Novena Prayer Lord Jesus, The mystery of Your Incarnation illuminated and set ablaze the heart of Louis-Marie Baudouin. He responded with courage to the needs…
The Venerable Louis‑Marie Baudouin (1765 – 1835) On Day FOUR of our novena to the Venerable Louis-Marie Baudouin, I want to give you some more information about this wonderful priest who continues to be an inspiration to us all. (To join in our Novena, click here.) Birth and Early Life Louis‑Marie Baudouin was born on 2 August…
Building the renewal of Catholic education in France In the United States the renewal of Catholic education has been underway for about thirty years, and there are some great success stories. But in Europe, the picture is more uneven. Over the past few years, there has been growing excitement about the renewal of Catholic education…
Ferdi McDermott, Headmaster et Fondateur Bâtir le renouveau de l’éducation catholique en France Depuis quelques années, on sent un nouvel élan autour du renouveau de l’éducation catholique en France. De beaux projets émergent, soutenus notamment par Pierre-Édouard Stérin et la Fondation STEMA, portés par l’espoir de redonner à nos enfants une formation enracinée dans la…
From September 2025 pupils at Chavagnes International College will be able to combine their Chavagnes studies with a selection of courses for credit from USA Heritage Academy, a private school registered in Florida, USA. Over three years (either Years 10 to 12 or 11 to 13) boys will validate 18 credits with the normal lessons…
Good morning, gentlemen. Today, on the feast of St. Cecilia, patroness of music, we have the opportunity to pause and think about one of the most profound gifts God has given humanity—the gift of music. St. Cecilia, a Roman martyr of the early Church, lived in a time of persecution, yet her legacy endures because…
Here are just a few resources for French AQA GCSE, the current specification (8658). For exams in 2025. AQA-8658RF-QP-JUN23 French-vocab-book-2019-20
Nestled in the rolling countryside of western France, Chavagnes International College stands as more than just a school; it is a living testament to the enduring ideals of faith, education, and tradition. Our story is deeply rooted in European history, embodying the ethos of a Catholic boarding school for boys committed to preserving a heritage…
Choosing a boarding school is a significant decision for any family. At Chavagnes International College, we provide a distinctive and affordable boarding school experience rooted in strong values, exceptional teaching, and a deep sense of purpose. Unlike many institutions focused on luxurious facilities or extravagant amenities, we invest where it truly matters—in our dedicated teachers…
« … Notre fils aîné était scolarisé depuis plusieurs années dans une grande institution scolaire catholique de Versailles, bien connue. Il est vrai qu’il préférait lire des ouvrages de pêche à la mouche ou de chasse à la bécassine et organiser des matchs de foot entre équipes de fourmis plutôt que d’étudier Thalès et Pythagore.…
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