Préparatoires
Préparatoires, often referred to as "prépa" in French, are a specific type of educational institution in France. These classes are designed to prepare students for entry into highly selective higher education institutions, known as Grandes Écoles. These Grandes Écoles are prestigious universities that specialize in fields such as engineering, business, literature, and administration.
Students typically attend prépas after completing their baccalauréat, the French high school diploma. The curriculum in
There are two main types of prépas: classes préparatoires scientifiques (scientific preparatory classes) and classes préparatoires
The system of prépas is a unique feature of the French educational landscape. It is designed to