In 2010, it merged with Haras Nationaux to form the Institut français du cheval et de l'équitation [fr].

The ENE, which is part of the Institut français du cheval et de l'équitation, under the supervision of the Ministries of Agriculture and Sport, was created with the following missions:[4] The school is the heir to the French equestrian tradition.

In addition to ENE, the schools of Warendorf in Germany, Deurne in the Netherlands and Strömsholm in Sweden are also part of this network.

After being put out to pasture, the horses join the young mounts' stables, where their breaking-in is confirmed and their aptitudes tested.

The rare high-potential horses continue their careers in competition, recognizable by the “ENE*HN” suffix following their names: Donatello du Riveau, Crocus Jacob, Athlète de la Cour, and Free-Style are among these renowned mounts.