The Old School

23/04/2026

This weekend, in Monbahus, theatre in French.

They're a fabulous troupe! Go see them...

Sous la halle de Monbahus 25 avril à 21h Participation au chapeau Pour vous inciter à venir vous pouvez lire l'article de la depeche qui présente le spectacle

03/04/2026

Ah, the start of the spring break 😀

We would like to wish all of our supporters and followers a very restful and happy Easter 🐣

School is now closed until Monday 20th April INSET day), students return on Tuesday 21st April.

We would like to wish all of our GCSE and A level students a successful revision period and look forward to supporting them prior to and during their examinations.

If you need to contact us during the holidays please email [email protected] marking the message URGENT.

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE 🐣

16/03/2026

Nous recherchons des familles d'accueil pour accueillir des élèves de notre école.

Idéalement, si vous disposez d'une chambre libre avec internet pour étudier, et que vous habitez près de Monbahus ou de Lauzun, merci de nous contacter à l'adresse [email protected].

Ce service est payant. Toutes les familles d'accueil sont rigoureusement sélectionnées et les élèves sont choisis en fonction de leur profil.

N'hésitez pas à partager cette information avec vos proches. WhatsApp 06 26 57 11 27

Famille d'accueil (host family) needed for students at our school.

Ideally, if you have a spare room with internet for study purposes, and close to Monbahus or Lauzun, please get in touch via [email protected]

This is a paid service. All host families are diligently screened and students matched to the family dynamic.

Please share this with your family and friends.

16/03/2026

Nous recherchons des familles d'accueil pour accueillir des élèves de notre école.

Idéalement, si vous disposez d'une chambre libre avec internet pour étudier, et que vous habitez près de Monbahus ou de Lauzun, merci de nous contacter à l'adresse [email protected].

Ce service est payant. Toutes les familles d'accueil sont rigoureusement sélectionnées et les élèves sont choisis en fonction de leur profil.

N'hésitez pas à partager cette information avec vos proches. Notre WhatsApp est 06 26 57 11 27

Famille d'accueil (host family) needed for students at our school.

Ideally, if you have a spare room with internet for study purposes, and close to Monbahus or Lauzun, please get in touch via [email protected]

This is a paid service. All host families are diligently screened and students matched to the family dynamic.

Please share this with your family and friends.

06/03/2026

Famille d'accueil (host family) needed for students at our school.

Ideally, if you have a spare room with internet for study purposes, and close to Monbahus or Lauzun, please get in touch via [email protected]

This is a paid service. All host families are diligently screened and students matched to the family dynamic.

Please share this with your family and friends.

25/02/2026

If you love books and nature, save the date...

Sunday, March 1st *Festival of Words*

Theme : "Trees in art and literature"

From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, salle des fetes, Saint-Colomb-de-Lauzun

With the participation of:

The bookstore “La Mauvaise Herbe” in Eymet, The municipal library

15 local authors

Activities and read-aloud sessions for children and adults

Free entry
Light refreshments available on site

Organised by the Saint Colomb Cultural Activities Collective

Programme :

9:30 a.m. – Welcome
11:00 a.m. – Read-aloud session for children by David Louis, storyteller
2:30 p.m. – Read-aloud session for children by Corinne Nassiet
3:00 p.m. – Public discussion with authors, led by Janine Chappert, to understand why and how writers can be inspired by trees

All Day Long :

15 local authors signing their books for children and adults, across all literary genres: fiction, crime, comics, novels, history, social topics, poetry, educational sciences, spirituality, short stories, current affairs.

Exhibition of children’s drawings on the theme: “Drawing my favourite tree.”

Corinne Nassiet will introduce wood sculpture and papier-mâché creation.

Edwige Ambroise, children’s book illustrator, will present her work using pastels.

Youri Baker will lead origami workshops.

Johanna Gauthier will share tips on making and decorating bookmarks.

Alain Lederc will demonstrate book restoration.

BiblioRéseau will invite visitors to explore the treasures of our libraries.

Arbo-casti will present the profession of tree climber; alongside his partner, he will help visitors learn to recognise trees by their leaves, bark, and wood, and take part in games.

A large white canvas and felt-tip pens will allow children to create a collective fresco: “An Imaginary Forest.”

Prize draws for adults and children to win many books.

In the presence of the following authors:

Isabelle Cartier-Michaud, Francis Boeuf, Francette Ollier, Guylaine Bisson, Martine Constantin, Solange Ceccato, Laurence Haura-Draunet, Florence Darignac, Thierry Morgan, Dominique Bisetto, Fabienne Labroue, Isabelle Jean-Louis, Janine Chappert, Anne-Marie Leclerc and her children’s book illustrator, Corinne Nassiet (also an actress, visual artist and storyteller).

Thanks to all the volunteers.

05/01/2026

Please could you all share with your friends, on social media, WhatsApp, Facebook, email etc...whatever it takes, to get those bums on seats, get the best audiences to celebrate all the hard work that the whole cast and crew (many of our students and teachers included) have worked hard for over the past months. It's going to be a great show...oh yes it is!

Have you booked your panto tickets?

If you haven't already booked please do it as soon as possible on
https://www.helloasso.com/associations/theatre-musical-d-eymet

Don't be scared...help Dorothy, Toto, Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow get back home 👧🐶🦁🤖👠🌈

Seats are going quickly now for Saturday night and Sunday afternoon, with more availability for Thursday and Friday nights performances.

We can't wait to entertain you, make you smile, laugh, sing along, join in with the banter...oh yes we will! 🌈 👠👠🌪️🐕🧺🧙‍♀️

Ouvrir l'accès au théâtre et à la musique aux personnes d'Eymet et environs. Prochaine production... Wizard of OZ - la pantomime, 8, 9, 10 et 11 janvier... Rejoignez-nous pour ce voyage des plus magiques...

24/12/2025

We are delighted to share with you a special Christmas message from Joel, Danièle, Julie and the whole team at The Old School, along with a beautiful piece of writing created by one of our talented students (please see the attachment).

We would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2026!

School reopens on Tuesday, 6th January 2026

16/12/2025

Fantastic news for our young people planning their next steps into European universities!

Exclusive: British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say

12/12/2025

We're dropping this guidance here for you all to take a look at. This first term of A levels is always challenging and is a huge step up from GCSE's.

Tips for Transitioning from GCSE to A Level
If you’re preparing for the transition from GCSE to A Level, we’ve got some practical tips to help you stay organised, motivated and confident as you take on this exciting new challenge.

1. Time Management
You’ll have more free periods and fewer lessons when studying for your A Levels compared to GCSEs — but more is expected of you. To help manage this, we’d advise creating a weekly study schedule or revision timetable to help you balance schoolwork, homework and personal time. This also helps avoid last-minute stress.
Prioritising tasks, setting realistic goals and breaking larger assignments into smaller steps will make your workload feel more manageable and keep you on track.

2. Staying Motivated with More Independence
With more emphasis on independent study, it’s up to you to structure your time effectively. Some students can initially struggle with the level of independence, but the key is to find what drives you. Set clear goals –– whether it’s getting into a specific university, pursuing a dream career or simply improving on past results.
Break your goals down into achievable steps and celebrate small wins along the way. Keep track of your progress to help you stay motivated, and hold yourself accountable along the way.

3. Avoiding Burnout
Avoiding burnout during your A Level studies is essential for both your academic success and mental wellbeing. It’s easy to fall into the trap of overworking, especially during exam season.
To stay healthy and productive, make sure you build regular breaks into your study routine and allow time for rest, hobbies and social activities. Getting enough sleep, staying active and eating well all play a big role in keeping your energy and focus up.
Remember, working non-stop isn’t sustainable — effective study is about balance, not exhaustion. If you start to feel overwhelmed, don’t be afraid to reach out to teachers, friends, or support services for help.