The Danielle Mitterrand French School of Erbil (French: École française Danielle Mitterrand d'Erbil, Kurdish: قوتابخانەی نێودەوڵەتی فەڕەنسی دانیێل میتێران, Arabic: المدرسة الفرنسية في اربيل) is a private international school in Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq.
Dr. Frédéric Tissot, the consul general of France in Erbil, stated that the purpose of the school is to improve education in Kurdistan.
The school's mission is to provide a high-quality education that combines French academic standards with an appreciation for the local culture and values, fostering international understanding and promoting bilingualism among its students.
The Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE), which is a branch of France’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, oversees all of these international French schools and ensures that the quality of education is maintained by inspecting the school on a regular basis and offering continuous learning and training to their teachers.
In the kindergarten, or Maternelle in French, the curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate educational experience for young children aged 2 to 6.
The École Primaire provides a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on developing core academic skills, fostering social integration, and nurturing the overall well-being of students.
It aims to provide a balanced education that promotes intellectual growth, social interaction, creativity, and the acquisition of fundamental knowledge.
It focuses on expanding subject areas, developing critical thinking skills, and preparing students for further academic and personal growth.
It aims to foster a deeper understanding of various disciplines, promote intellectual curiosity, and prepare students for the next stage of their educational journey in the Lycée.
The Lycée curriculum places a strong emphasis on critical thinking, analysis, research skills, and independent study.